Vanity box 鏡台 (kyôdai) complete with hand mirror - Wood, Lacquered wood, Gilt metal, - Japan - 19th century (Late Edo period/Early Meiji period)
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A 19th‑century Japanese lacquered wood vanity box (kyôdai) complete with hand mirror, in excellent condition, measuring 72 cm high, 27.5 cm wide and 27.8 cm deep, with gilt metal mounts and gold hiramaki-e decoration, originally attributed and authentic, with a certificate of authenticity included when shipped.
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An elegant black-lacquered Japanese dressing stand 鏡台 (kyôdai), richly decorated in gold hiramaki-e 平蒔絵. Its surfaces are scattered with circular, crest-like designs depicting cranes, butterflies, bamboo, pine, plum and other motifs.
This type of high quality cosmetic set is known to be used by the aristocracy.
The square cabinet rests on low feet and contains two drawers with engraved metal ring pulls. Above it, a pair of slender uprights holds a hand mirror 柄鏡 (e-kagami) between scrolling supports. The mirror is accompanied by a round lacquered mirror box 鏡箱 (kagami-bako). An oblong lidded accessory box, decorated with peonies and scrolling foliage, completes the ensemble.
Considering its age, the set is in very good condition, with some wear along the edges and some losses to the lacquer. Please examine the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Dimensions:
Dressing stand: Height 65.4 cm; width 27.5 cm; depth 27.5 cm.
Mirror: Length 33.3 cm; width 23.4 cm; height 2.5 cm.
Accessory box: Height 3.5 cm; width 14.4 cm; depth 3.6 cm.
Period: Japan – 19th century, late Edo to early Meiji period. The mirror is of later date.
A certificate of authenticity will be included when shipped.
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 TranslateAn elegant black-lacquered Japanese dressing stand 鏡台 (kyôdai), richly decorated in gold hiramaki-e 平蒔絵. Its surfaces are scattered with circular, crest-like designs depicting cranes, butterflies, bamboo, pine, plum and other motifs.
This type of high quality cosmetic set is known to be used by the aristocracy.
The square cabinet rests on low feet and contains two drawers with engraved metal ring pulls. Above it, a pair of slender uprights holds a hand mirror 柄鏡 (e-kagami) between scrolling supports. The mirror is accompanied by a round lacquered mirror box 鏡箱 (kagami-bako). An oblong lidded accessory box, decorated with peonies and scrolling foliage, completes the ensemble.
Considering its age, the set is in very good condition, with some wear along the edges and some losses to the lacquer. Please examine the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Dimensions:
Dressing stand: Height 65.4 cm; width 27.5 cm; depth 27.5 cm.
Mirror: Length 33.3 cm; width 23.4 cm; height 2.5 cm.
Accessory box: Height 3.5 cm; width 14.4 cm; depth 3.6 cm.
Period: Japan – 19th century, late Edo to early Meiji period. The mirror is of later date.
A certificate of authenticity will be included when shipped.
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
19th century (Late Edo period/Early Meiji period)
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Lacquered wood, Gilt metal,, Wood
Height
72 cm
Width
27.5 cm
Title of artwork
Vanity box 鏡台 (kyôdai) complete with hand mirror
Depth
27.8 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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