As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this exceptionally fine quality Meiji Period (1868-1912) Shodana display cabinet. The main body of this cabinet is formed from a native hardwood standing upon a similar scrolling base, the staggered display shelves and cabinet sides are decorated with carved fretwork depicting birds in flight and flora. The main Shibayama style decoration is exquisitely crafted with gold lacquer, ivory, abalone as well as various colour hardstones adorning the iron wood door panels and drawer fronts, the artist/s have signed and sealed the panels in various places. The main theme of birds, insects and flora continues throughout much of the decoration, however there are some most unusual scenes amongst the multiple panels including a Sarumawashi (monkey trainer) surrounded by children at play, another couple resting beneath a tree pouring a kettle as a father and son catch insects. The larger left hand panel is decorated with a de...