As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this quite superb quality Meiji period 1868-1912 Gold lacquer Koro , the globular shaped Koro stands upon three Silver and enamel feet , the neck houses a Silver rim upon which fits the heavily decorated and pierced lid, the lid further decorated with enamel and onlaid Gold flowers , the underside of the lid pierced with an Imperial Chrysanthemum , the neck of this delightful Koro has been adorned with a silver onlaid tied swag to each side , the main globular body is fantastically decorated in fine quality Shibayama detailing with the usual array of Birds amongst foliage, vases containing floral displays and a rather nice red three tiered whatnot containing precious objects, unusually this Koro also depicts a Cat creeping up to the birds at a feeding table "Cat amongst the Pigeons " springs to mind ! , the top border is finished with stunning quality Lacquer decoration and the interior has been finished with Tea dust lacquer , the side handles formed as stylised mythical beasts and enamelled in vibrant colours , a simply gorgeous addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
Provenance :
Ex European collection having previously been sold by ourselves.
Condition Report :
An increasingly rare and absolutely stunning condition example, comes complete with a protective Tomobako .
Approximate sizes:
Height: 5.25" 13.5 cm
Width: 4.5" 11.5 cm
Depth: 4" 10.2 cm .
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Declaration
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA634451
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
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this quite superb quality Meiji period 1868-1912 Gold lacquer Koro , the globular shaped Koro stands upon three Silver and enamel feet , the neck houses a Silver rim upon which fits the heavily decorated and pierced lid, the lid further decorated with enamel and onlaid Gold flowers , the underside of the lid pierced with an Imperial Chrysanthemum , the neck of this delightful Koro has been adorned with a silver onlaid tied swag to each side , the main globular body is fantastically decorated in fine quality Shibayama detailing with the usual array of Birds amongst foliage, vases containing floral displays and a rather nice red three tiered whatnot containing precious objects, unusually this Koro also depicts a Cat creeping up to the birds at a feeding table "Cat amongst the Pigeons " springs to mind ! , the top border is finished with stunning quality Lacquer decoration and the interior has been finished with Tea dust lacquer , the side handles formed as stylised mythical beasts and enamelled in vibrant colours , a simply gorgeous addition to your Japanese works of art collection .
fig 1. Outstanding Japanese Gold Lacquer & Shibayama Koro
Provenance :
Ex European collection having previously been sold by ourselves.
Condition Report :
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An increasingly rare and absolutely stunning condition example, comes complete with a protective Tomobako.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
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Approximate sizes:
Height: 5.25" 13.5 cm
Width: 4.5" 11.5 cm
Depth: 4" 10.2 cm .
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Width
11.5cm (4.53")
Depth
10.2cm (4.02")
Date of Manufacture
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA634451
About the Dealer
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
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