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Hsien Min WangChrysanthemum Polished Maki-e Lacquer Box2010
2010
$12,450
£9,543.82
€10,923.69
CA$17,784.31
A$19,503.92
CHF 10,101.66
MX$234,354.97
NOK 127,203.98
SEK 119,384.57
DKK 81,610.12
About the Item
This lacquer box by Hsien Min Wang features a chrysanthemum motif that captures the serene beauty of autumn. The box is shaped using the molded lacquer technique and finished with layered lacquer painting and polished maki-e. Petals overlap in radiant tones of gold, silver, and color pigments, creating a rich and luminous surface. The chrysanthemum, a symbol of purity and resilience long celebrated in classical art and poetry, is rendered in full bloom across the black lacquer ground, its vivid hues accentuated by the deep, mirror-like surface.
Wang integrates modern lacquer painting with traditional maki-e, raised maki-e, and chinkin techniques to achieve both elegance and depth. The glossy black background enhances the brilliance of the flowers, evoking tranquility and refinement. Descended from a family of lacquer artists, Wang combines mastery of classical craftsmanship with contemporary sensibility, infusing new vitality into the aesthetics of traditional East Asian lacquer art.
- Creator:Hsien Min Wang (1950, Taiwanese)
- Creation Year:2010
- Dimensions:Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Taichung, TW
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2900217076612
Hsien Min Wang
Hsien Min Wang, born into a renowned lacquerware family, studied the art from an early age under his father, Ching Shuang Wang, who was the first Taiwanese student to train in Japan during the colonial period and a highly respected master for over six decades. After graduating from university, Wang joined the family’s Mei-Yen Craft Company, focusing on the production and promotion of lacquerware. Together with his brother, Hsien Chih Wang, he has become a leading figure in Taiwanese lacquer art.
Wang’s works combine modern lacquer painting language with traditional techniques such as maki-e, takamaki-e, and gold-inlay. His floral motifs radiate brilliance, while vessels embody weight and elegance. Using deep black grounds, he highlights the unique luster of lacquer, creating a solemn and meditative atmosphere. Rooted in traditional craftsmanship yet enriched with contemporary aesthetics, Wang’s art bridges cultural heritage and modern expression, establishing him as one of Taiwan’s most significant lacquer artists.
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