Lacquered serving trays - Lacquered wood - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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A set of nine matching black lacquered serving trays from Meiji-period Japan, each 27.2 × 27.2 cm and 2.8 cm high, decorated with gold and silver hiramaki-e scenes on a glossy black ground, in excellent original condition with a certificate of authenticity included.
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A refined set of nine matching black lacquered serving trays, each decorated with an individual scene in gold and silver hiramaki-e 平蒔絵 (low-relief lacquer design).
The compositions combine landscapes and seasonal plants with objects suggesting human activity, while figures themselves are notably absent. The different scenes include a white rabbit leaping above waves before a rising red sun, rain-swept pine branches with a parasol and lantern. Several scenes are accompanied by implements, hats or other personal objects, giving the compositions a subtle narrative character.
Executed in various shades of gold and silver hiramaki-e against a glossy black lacquer ground. Each tray has softly rounded corners and is raised on low bracket feet.
Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912).
Dimensions:
Height 2.8 cm, Width 27.2 cm, Depth 27.2 cm.
In very good condition with minimal traces of age and use, including a few tiny lacquer chips. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA refined set of nine matching black lacquered serving trays, each decorated with an individual scene in gold and silver hiramaki-e 平蒔絵 (low-relief lacquer design).
The compositions combine landscapes and seasonal plants with objects suggesting human activity, while figures themselves are notably absent. The different scenes include a white rabbit leaping above waves before a rising red sun, rain-swept pine branches with a parasol and lantern. Several scenes are accompanied by implements, hats or other personal objects, giving the compositions a subtle narrative character.
Executed in various shades of gold and silver hiramaki-e against a glossy black lacquer ground. Each tray has softly rounded corners and is raised on low bracket feet.
Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912).
Dimensions:
Height 2.8 cm, Width 27.2 cm, Depth 27.2 cm.
In very good condition with minimal traces of age and use, including a few tiny lacquer chips. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of the condition.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Number of objects
9
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Lacquered wood
Height
2.8 cm
Width
27.2 cm
Title of artwork
Lacquered serving trays
Depth
27.2 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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