Antique Japanese Meiji Period Black Lacquer Document Trinket Box, Gold Takamaki-e Crane and Bird of Prey Design

Name: Antique Japanese Meiji Period Black Lacquer Document Trinket Box, Gold Takamaki-e Crane and Bird of Prey Design
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1065089
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Gillers Antiques Ltd

Description

Japanese Meiji period black lacquer document box with exquisite, finely wrought detailing. This rectangular Suzuri’bako ?? (writing box) is of oblong form with rounded corners and features fluted cut-outs to the sides of the lid.

The well-fitted cover showcases an eagle and crane landing on a pond, executed in gold takamaki-e ??? (high-relief lacquer design) and maki-e?? (relief lacquer design).

The interior and base of the box boast high-quality nashiji lacquer ??? (sprinkled gold lacquer) on a golden ground.

The overall effect is a masterful, visually striking work with great attention to detail.

Japan, 1890's

205 g

24 x 10.5 x 5 cm

Very good antique condition. Small scuffs, scratches and nibbles to lacquer appropriate to age and use.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5cm (1.97")

Width

10.5cm (4.13")

Depth

24cm (9.45")

Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1065089

Dealers Internal Reference

2868

Description

Japanese Meiji period black lacquer document box with exquisite, finely wrought detailing.

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This rectangular Suzuri’bako ?? (writing box) is of oblong form with rounded corners and features fluted cut-outs to the sides of the lid.

Gillers Antiques Ltd

fig 1. Antique Japanese Meiji period black lacquer document trinket box, gold takamaki-e crane and bird of prey design — fig 1. Antique Japanese Meiji Period Black Lacquer Document Trinket Box, Gold Takamaki-e Crane and Bird of Prey Design

The well-fitted cover showcases an eagle and crane landing on a pond, executed in gold takamaki-e ??? (high-relief lacquer design) and maki-e?? (relief lacquer design).

The interior and base of the box boast high-quality nashiji lacquer ??? (sprinkled gold lacquer) on a golden ground.