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One of six shallow boxes. This is the smallest, square, and set with turquoises and red stones/glass (many are missing). Described as one of the 'Charm Boxes' on list in Museum Report 1931-32. Original tie-on label describes them as 'Talisman' boxes…

One of six shallow boxes. This one is square and set with clusters of tiny turquoise stones. Described as one of the 'Charm Boxes' on list in Museum Report 1931-32. Original tie-on label describes them as 'Talisman' boxes for holding magic promise.

One of six shallow silver boxes. This one is square and set with turquoise stones to look like flowers. Described as one of the 'Charm Boxes' on list in Museum Report 1931-32. Original tie-on label describes them as 'Talisman' boxes for holding magic…

One of six shallow boxes. This one is square and set with turquoises and red stones/glass, like flowers. Described as one of the 'Charm Boxes' on list in Museum Report 1931-32.

One of two carved and gilded wooden panels, showing central Buddha figure, seated in lotus position, two other figures also seated in lotus position, and surrounded by other figures (human and animal), all in remarkable detail.

One of two carved and gilded wooden panels, showing central Buddha figure, seated in lotus position, on left another figure also seated in lotus position, on right a standing figure, all surrounded by other figures (human and animal), all in…

Carving in wood of the 'God of Riches' with traces of gold and blue decoration. Right hand missing. Inscription: handwritten label 'The God of Riches - ?Tiba or Namto....??'

Buddha (or Buddhist priest?) on lotus throne, bronzed, in attitude of Contemplation/Meditation, carrying a bowl in left hand, bluey-black toned headdress.

Figure of 'The Queen of Heaven' in wood, traces of gilding.

Gilded bronze statuette, monk with a shaven head, seated on a lotus base. Inscription on back.