As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming late Meiji period 1868-1912, circa 1910, solid silver and mixed metal decorated tray, the tray decorated in Katakiribori carved technique and simply representing a school of Carp swimming amidst reeds, one of the fish leaping from the water, the Carp decorated in shakudo, shibuichi and gold detail to contrast the shimmering silver that represents the water, the solid silver curved feet of the tray are carved as stylized waves, the tray bears a signature and seal to the upper section relating to the artist Kazuteru who carved the decoration, as well as a carved signature to the underside by Masayoshi being the silversmith who made the panel, therefore a collaborative work by two skilled metalworkers of the late Meiji period. A delightful object that would certainly enhance any plain wooden surface .
Provenance :
Direct from a USA collection .
Condition report :
Stunning condition throughout .
Approximate Sizes :
Diameter : 8 1/2" 21.5 cm
Height : 1 5/8" 3.5 cm
Weight : 494 gms 15.8 oz
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Declaration
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1910s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA802507
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 charming late Meiji period 1868-1912, circa 1910, solid silver and mixed metal decorated tray, the tray decorated in Katakiribori carved technique and simply representing a school of Carp swimming amidst reeds, one of the fish leaping from the water, the Carp decorated in shakudo, shibuichi and gold detail to contrast the shimmering silver that represents the water, the solid silver curved feet of the tray are carved as stylized waves, the tray bears a signature and seal to the upper section relating to the artist Kazuteru who carved the decoration, as well as a carved signature to the underside by Masayoshi being the silversmith who made the panel, therefore a collaborative work by two skilled metalworkers of the late Meiji period. A delightful object that would certainly enhance any plain wooden surface .
fig 1. Japanese Silver & Mixed Metal Carp Tray by Masayoshi, Engraved by Kazuteru
Provenance :
Direct from a USA collection .
Condition report :
Stunning condition throughout .
Approximate Sizes :
Diameter : 8 1/2" 21.5 cm
Height : 1 5/8" 3.5 cm
Weight : 494 gms 15.8 oz
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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Date of Manufacture
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1910s.
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA802507
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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