Stunning Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Hatsuyume Lacquer Sake Cups

1900 - 1920

Sold by Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Description

Delightful Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) set of 3 maki-e lacquer vermillion sake cups, decorated with hatsuyume symbols of Mt Fuji, a hawk and eggplants respectively. Signed and boxed. Diameter 11.5cm, 10.8cm and 9.7cm.

Lovely original condition.

In Japanese culture, a hatsuyume is the first dream one has in the new year, which traditionally would foretell the luck of the dreamer in the ensuing year, with dreams featuring Mount Fuji, a hawk and an eggplant considered especially lucky. This first dream typically occurs on the night of January 1st or January 2nd, and people traditionally place images of lucky symbols, like a treasure ship, under their pillows to encourage good fortune.

Physical Dimensions

Height

3cm (1.18")

Width

11.5cm (4.53")

Declaration

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1188896

Dealers Internal Reference

AD1378

Description

fig 1. Stunning Japanese Meiji (early 20thC) Set of 3 Hatsuyume Lacquer Sake Cups — fig 1. Stunning Japanese Meiji (Early 20thc) Set of 3 Hatsuyume Lacquer Sake Cups

Lovely original condition.

In Japanese culture, a hatsuyume is the first dream one has in the new year, which traditionally would foretell the luck of the dreamer in the ensuing year, with dreams featuring Mount Fuji, a hawk and an eggplant considered especially lucky. This first dream typically occurs on the night of January 1st or January 2nd, and people traditionally place images of lucky symbols, like a treasure ship, under their pillows to encourage good fortune.