No. 100147213

松青 - Natsume - Okinawan Benpō-Style Lacquer Incense Container (Kōgō) with Raised Floral Motif - Wood, lacquer - Lacquered box
No. 100147213

松青 - Natsume - Okinawan Benpō-Style Lacquer Incense Container (Kōgō) with Raised Floral Motif - Wood, lacquer - Lacquered box
Description:
This distinctive Japanese lacquer incense container (kōgō) is executed in the Okinawan Benpō (Benkei-nuri / Benpō-nuri) style, a regional lacquer tradition known for its bold colors and raised decorative surfaces. The rounded form is finished in a vivid red lacquer, serving as a striking ground for the relief floral design on the lid. Leaves and stems are rendered in deep green, while the blossom appears in a warm yellow tone, all built up with thick layers of colored lacquer to create a sculptural, tactile presence. Unlike classical maki-e that emphasizes gold and silver powders, Benpō work relies on strong color contrast and volume, reflecting the vibrant aesthetic of Ryukyu lacquer culture. The piece is accompanied by its original wooden tomobako, inscribed to identify it as a lacquer incense container. Likely dating to the mid-20th century, this kōgō is well suited for incense appreciation, tea gatherings, or as a representative example of Okinawan regional lacquer craftsmanship.
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