Game Box - Japan - Edo Period (1603-1868)
GAME BOX
Japan
Edo period (1603–1868)
Wood, lacquer, mother-of-pearl
H: 12; L: 27; W: 24 cm
(Old damage)
Compartmentalised lacquered wooden game box decorated with plum blossoms, chrysanthemums and foliage motifs on the sides.
The lid is adorned with a mountainous landscape with Mount Fuji in the background and a bay in the foreground with five ships sailing. The reverse side features floral and foliage motifs in gold on a black lacquered background.
The interior comprises four lacquered boxes decorated with gold glitter and floral motifs, each containing mother-of-pearl tokens engraved with figures, animals and animated scenes.
Removable tray.
Ref.: 6556
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Japan
Edo period (1603–1868)
Wood, lacquer, mother-of-pearl
H: 12; L: 27; W: 24 cm
(Old damage)
Compartmentalised lacquered wooden game box decorated with plum blossoms, chrysanthemums and foliage motifs on the sides.
The lid is adorned with a mountainous landscape with Mount Fuji in the background and a bay in the foreground with five ships sailing. The reverse side features floral and foliage motifs in gold on a black lacquered background.
The interior comprises four lacquered boxes decorated with gold glitter and floral motifs, each containing mother-of-pearl tokens engraved with figures, animals and animated scenes.
Removable tray.
Ref.: 6556
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
840 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1697434
Availability: In stock
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