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Important Early Edo Period 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
for sale €42,120     $45,720
£36,000
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

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Important Early Edo Period 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet

17th century
Description

A Rare and Important 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet, 19 cm H, 17cm W, 16.5cm D.

The exquisitely decorated cabinet depicts fine floral raised scenes to each side. lacquered wood (Urushi), decorated with gold lacquer (Maki-e) and gilt mounts. Raised on an intricate shaped apron.

The cabinet doors fitted with finely engraved strap hinges and an impressive central lock plate opening to a breathtaking interior of two long, two short, a further two long drawers and a square drawer fitted with an engraved lock pate. Each finely decorated and moulded retaining the original ring pull handles.

It should be noted that this miniature cabinet is one of the finest examples to be discovered, in superb original condition and is undoubtedly of museum grade.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Japanese Lacquer Miniature Cabinet to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1041840
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Description
A Rare and Important 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet, 19 cm H, 17cm W, 16.5cm D.

The exquisitely decorated cabinet depicts fine floral raised scenes to each side. lacquered wood (Urushi), decorated with gold lacquer (Maki-e) and gilt mounts. Raised on an intricate shaped apron.

fig 1. A dark lacquered miniature Japanese cabinet featuring gold floral maki-e decoration and detailed engraved bronze hinges and corner mounts.
fig 1. Important Early Edo Period 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet

The cabinet doors fitted with finely engraved strap hinges and an impressive central lock plate opening to a breathtaking interior of two long, two short, a further two long drawers and a square drawer fitted with an engraved lock pate. Each finely decorated and moulded retaining the original ring pull handles.

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It should be noted that this miniature cabinet is one of the finest examples to be discovered, in superb original condition and is undoubtedly of museum grade.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
16.5cm (6.50")
Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this Japanese Lacquer Miniature Cabinet to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1041840
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019

Offering carefully selected antique masterpieces from the 17th & 18th centuries

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Alexander George Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07787 536199
Location
Buscot Manor
Buscot
Oxfordshire
SN7 8DA
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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A dark lacquered miniature Japanese cabinet featuring gold floral maki-e decoration and detailed engraved bronze hinges and corner mounts.
Important Early Edo Period 17th Century Miniature Japanese Lacquer Cabinet
Ref: SA1041840
A dark lacquered miniature Japanese cabinet featuring gold floral maki-e decoration and detailed engraved bronze hinges and corner mounts.
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FAQs

A miniature Japanese lacquer cabinet, often referred to as a kodansu, was crafted during the Edo period (16031867) to store small valuables, incense, or personal accessories. These portable chests feature lacquered wood surfaces decorated with maki-e motifs and reinforced with metal mounts.

Craftsmen applied sap from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree over a lightweight wooden core. Decorative designs were formed using maki-e, where metallic powders such as gold and silver were sprinkled onto wet lacquer, secured by hand-engraved copper or gilded bronze corner mounts and hinges.

Authentic 17th-century pieces typically exhibit age-appropriate oxidisation on metal fittings, light wear around high-touch areas, and hand-joined timber beneath the finish. The quality of hand-applied metallic powder and hand-chased hardware distinguishes original antiques from later reproductions.

A miniature lacquer cabinet functions as a focal point when placed on a sideboard, console table, or deep shelving unit. Modern interior design pairs these detailed historical pieces with neutral backdrops, contemporary ceramics, or minimal wooden furniture to highlight the craftsmanship.

Lacquerware requires a stable environment kept away from direct sunlight, heating sources, and sudden humidity changes to prevent cracking or warping. Cleaning should be done exclusively with a dry microfibre cloth, avoiding water, solvents, and commercial waxes.
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