Saddle Known As Kura - Japan - Edo Period (1603–1868)
SADDLE called Kura
Japan
Edo period (1603–1868)
Wood and lacquer
H.: 28; L.: 37; W.: 34 cm
(minor chips and imperfections)
The pommel (maewa)—a flat piece shaped like an inverted U with a double notch on each side, shallow notches on either side, which allow the rider to grip the saddle when mounting the horse—is made of brown lacquered wood with a maki-e decoration depicting the dragon Ryū amidst clouds, accompanied by lightning, rendered in red lacquer. At the rear, the pommel (shizuwa)—which has a shape similar to that of the pommel, except that its extensions, beneath the rider’s thighs, curve forward—is finished in nashiji lacquer and maki-e depicting the legendary dragon, this time set against Mount Fuji.
Signed on the underside.
Ref. 7365
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Japan
Edo period (1603–1868)
Wood and lacquer
H.: 28; L.: 37; W.: 34 cm
(minor chips and imperfections)
The pommel (maewa)—a flat piece shaped like an inverted U with a double notch on each side, shallow notches on either side, which allow the rider to grip the saddle when mounting the horse—is made of brown lacquered wood with a maki-e decoration depicting the dragon Ryū amidst clouds, accompanied by lightning, rendered in red lacquer. At the rear, the pommel (shizuwa)—which has a shape similar to that of the pommel, except that its extensions, beneath the rider’s thighs, curve forward—is finished in nashiji lacquer and maki-e depicting the legendary dragon, this time set against Mount Fuji.
Signed on the underside.
Ref. 7365
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
4 880 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1816428
Availability: In stock
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