Good Quality Japanese Shibayama Plaque

19th century

Sold by Rams Head Antiques

Description

This is a good quality Meiji period Japanese shibayama plaque dating from around 1890. A very attractive scene depicting a dove in a blossoming tree and another bird pecking around on the ground has been skilfully hand carved in mother of pearl, abalone shell, bone and hardwood. There is a sweet little frog sat at the foot of the tree and a separate inset plaque with the artists signature carved and coloured in red relief to the opposite corner. The shibayama work has been applied to a wooden plaque and is framed within a smart hardwood frame. This is a good sized decorative piece which measures 74 cms by 53 cms.

UK insured delivery is £25

Physical Dimensions

Height

74cm (29.13")

Width

53cm (20.87")

Depth

4cm (1.57")

Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA608493

Dealers Notes

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Description

This is a good quality Meiji period Japanese shibayama plaque dating from around 1890.

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A very attractive scene depicting a dove in a blossoming tree and another bird pecking around on the ground has been skilfully hand carved in mother of pearl, abalone shell, bone and hardwood.

Rams Head Antiques

There is a sweet little frog sat at the foot of the tree and a separate inset plaque with the artists signature carved and coloured in red relief to the opposite corner. The shibayama work has been applied to a wooden plaque and is framed within a smart hardwood frame. This is a good sized decorative piece which measures 74 cms by 53 cms.

UK insured delivery is £25