Meiji Lacquer Tray - Chrysanthemum Decor And Manji Medallions
Enjoy the elegance of late 19th-century Japan with this platter.
The Meiji era is world-renowned as the golden age of Japanese lacquerware. Freed from the constraints of the previous period, craftsmen pushed the Maki-e technique to an almost surgical perfection.
This model perfectly illustrates this prestigious savoir-faire:
The Kikusui motif: Delicate chrysanthemums treated in gold and dark hues, floating on stylized streams of water.
Symbolism:
The presence of Manji medallions, ancestral symbols of peace and prosperity.
The Nashiji finish:
The reverse side of the tray and the bottom feature the famous "pear skin" technique. Gold flakes are sprinkled with precision under several layers of translucent lacquer, creating a shimmering depth that catches the light magnificently.
Sold with its wooden box (Tomobako), guaranteeing its excellent preservation.
Dimensions : 21 x 21 x 2.5 cm- Period : Meiji (1868-1912) Condition : Superb preservation, original patina.
850 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Lacquer
Length: 21
Width: 21
Height: 2,5
Reference (ID): 1756183
Availability: In stock
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