Writing table with togidashi maki-e 研出蒔絵 (burnished lacquer design) - Lacquered wood,, Silver - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
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Original, signed Japanese Shōwa-period writing table in lacquered wood with silver fittings, dimensions 66.3 × 37 × 20.2 cm, featuring togidashi maki-e with four tennin amid scrolling karakusa, in excellent condition, complete with its signed tomobako and a certificate of authenticity.
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A quality rectangular lacquer bundai 文台 (reading or writing desk), finished in a deep glossy black lacquer.
The top is decorated in elegant togidashi maki-e 研出蒔絵 (burnished lacquer design) with four graceful tennin 天人 (celestial beings) floating in a circular composition. The corners are richly adorned with scrolling karakusa 唐草 (arabesque foliage), all executed in finely burnished gold lacquer.
The bundai is raised on four gently spreading legs fitted with silver protective plates. The apron is decorated with stylised lobed cut-outs, while the rims are finished with a continuous butterfly motif.
Complete with its original signed and sealed wooden storage box (tomobako 共箱).
Period: Japan - Shôwa period (1926-1989).
Dimensions:
Height: 20.2 cm; Width: 66.3 cm; Depth: 37 cm.
The bundai is in very good condition with only minor traces of wear consistent with age, including a tiny chip to one corner. 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 quality rectangular lacquer bundai 文台 (reading or writing desk), finished in a deep glossy black lacquer.
The top is decorated in elegant togidashi maki-e 研出蒔絵 (burnished lacquer design) with four graceful tennin 天人 (celestial beings) floating in a circular composition. The corners are richly adorned with scrolling karakusa 唐草 (arabesque foliage), all executed in finely burnished gold lacquer.
The bundai is raised on four gently spreading legs fitted with silver protective plates. The apron is decorated with stylised lobed cut-outs, while the rims are finished with a continuous butterfly motif.
Complete with its original signed and sealed wooden storage box (tomobako 共箱).
Period: Japan - Shôwa period (1926-1989).
Dimensions:
Height: 20.2 cm; Width: 66.3 cm; Depth: 37 cm.
The bundai is in very good condition with only minor traces of wear consistent with age, including a tiny chip to one corner. 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
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Signed
Material
Lacquered wood,, Silver
Height
20.2 cm
Width
66.3 cm
Title of artwork
Writing table with togidashi maki-e 研出蒔絵 (burnished lacquer design)
Depth
37 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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