Japanese Silver-enamel & Shibayama Decorated Gold Lacquer Koro

19th century

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our Japanese art collection we are delighted to offer this fine quality silver and enamel koro (incense burner)inset with shibayama decorated gold lacquer panels ,the main segmented body of the koro is formed from silver profusely enamelled in bright floral decorated swags and garlands, the front and rear cartouches house a pair of shibayama style gold lacquer panels decorated in typical fashion with birds amidst prunus blossom , the side handles are decorated with a pair of cast silver three clawed dragons and the lid is topped with a ho-ho bird ,wings outstretched , silver lined and signed on the shibayama panels by that artist and under the silver body for the enamelist/silversmith , a collaberation of traditional Meiji skills worked into this magnificent finished article !!

As you might imagine these delicate works rarely survive fully intact , i am pleased to report the condition of this koro is simply stunning , no damage or losses to either the enamel or shibayama .

The shibayama decoration contains no ivory and therefore can be shipped to most places worldwide with no licence issues.

Approximate sizes

Max height 6.25" 15.5 cm

Max width 5.25" 13 cm

Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item

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Physical Dimensions

Height

15.5cm (6.10")

Width

13cm (5.12")

Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA390181

Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description

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As you might imagine these delicate works rarely survive fully intact , i am pleased to report the condition of this koro is simply stunning , no damage or losses to either the enamel or shibayama.

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art