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Rare Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Lacquer Sake Cups & Stand
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Rare Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Lacquer Sake Cups & Stand

1900 - 1920
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Attractive Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) set of 3 lacquer vermillion sake cups and stand, depicting the Seven Lucky Gods. Stand 18/5cm x 18.5cm x 18cm high, cups diameter 14cm, 12.7cm and 11.7cm. Wooden box.

Good condition, one cup has small repair.

Japan's Seven Lucky Gods (or Shichifukujin) are deities of fortune from Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto roots, traditionally including Ebisu, Daikokuten, Benzaiten, Bishamonten, Fukurokuju, Jurojin and Hotei, often depicted on their treasure ship, the Takarabune, bringing blessings such as wealth, longevity, wisdom, and happiness, especially around the New Year.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Lacquer Sake Cups to the 1910s.

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SA1188883
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AD1376
Description
Attractive Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) set of 3 lacquer vermillion sake cups and stand, depicting the Seven Lucky Gods. Stand 18/5cm x 18.5cm x 18cm high, cups diameter 14cm, 12.7cm and 11.7cm. Wooden box.
fig 1. A set of three shallow circular Japanese lacquer sake cups in vermilion red with detailed gold maki-e decoration.
fig 1. Rare Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Lacquer Sake Cups & Stand

Good condition, one cup has small repair.

Japan's Seven Lucky Gods (or Shichifukujin) are deities of fortune from Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto roots, traditionally including Ebisu, Daikokuten, Benzaiten, Bishamonten, Fukurokuju, Jurojin and Hotei, often depicted on their treasure ship, the Takarabune, bringing blessings such as wealth, longevity, wisdom, and happiness, especially around the New Year.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated these Japanese Lacquer Sake Cups to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188883
Dealers Internal Ref
AD1376
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Archive I A set of three shallow circular Japanese lacquer sake cups in vermilion red with detailed gold maki-e decoration.

Rare Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Lacquer Sake Cups & Stand

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A set of three shallow circular Japanese lacquer sake cups in vermilion red with detailed gold maki-e decoration.
Rare Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) Set of 3 Lacquer Sake Cups & Stand
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Sakazuki are shallow, saucer-like cups used for drinking sake during formal ceremonies, celebrations, and rituals in Japan. During the Meiji period, fine lacquerware craftsmanship flourished, producing ornate sets decorated with intricate maki-e gilt designs.

These cups are crafted from lightweight wood, coated with multiple layers of natural urushi tree sap lacquer, and cured in humid conditions. Detailed patterns are applied using the maki-e technique, where metallic powders such as gold or silver are sprinkled onto wet lacquer.

Authentic Meiji pieces display thin wood cores, smooth hand-applied urushi lacquer finishes, and fine metallic maki-e details showing natural signs of age. Subtle wear around the rim and underside, along with hand-worked finishing, helps distinguish historic originals from modern reproductions.

These decorative shallow cups can be displayed on acrylic or wooden stands inside a glass cabinet, placed atop stacked art books on a sideboard, or arranged on a shelf as curated objects.

Lacquerware should be kept away from direct sunlight, extreme humidity fluctuations, and heat sources to prevent cracking or warping. Dust gently using a dry microfibre cloth, and avoid immersing pieces in water or using solvent cleaners.
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