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A Japanese lacquer Kendai…
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Melbourne
Date:
20-Nov-2023
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Description:
A Japanese lacquer Kendai (Lectern) with Maki-E decoration, Meiji period (1868-1912), the base of rectangular form with roiro (black) base creating the foundation of lacquer for main decoration of the auspicious Ho-o (phoenix bird) in sumptuous hiramaki-e lacquer with highlighted leaves in shell inlay. The top of the base with two recesses to insert the separately modeled feet of the reading stand similarly lacquered with mother of pearl leaves (some losses) and kamon (family symbol) of the Akiyama clan, the reading stand with two foliate-incised metal fittings, also with the Akiyama clan symbols, suspending white silk tassels, accompanied by silk cover with the same clan symbol and accompanying tomobako (presentation box). 49 cm high, 50 cm wide, 31 cm deep, condition: no visible faults or damage.
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Category:
Oriental: Furniture