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Red lacquer Festival Flag Support abundantly inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Japan
About the Item
Rare museum-worthy Japanese lacquered wooden festival support for a flag. In feudal Japan this kind of supports sat on the back of a horse or ox during processions. It is used as a decorative element during a rice planting ceremony/festival in Kyûshû.
The object is executed in red lacquered wood, the outer sides with extensive mother-of-pearl inlay-work (raden).
In the centre a bronze plaque with a "mon" (family crest) depicting four square-eyes in a circle (Maruni Sumitate Yotsu Meyui). These squares represent a concept of tie-dying.
The significance of the crest is related primarily to the ancestors of the Okuyama family. The Okuyama family are descendants of the famous Genji clan (also called Minamoto).
At the base are two storage compartments, the lids decorated with a gilded lattice work. The support is reinforced by copper (shakudô) on top, base and sides.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity. Price including insured shipping.
- Dimensions:Height: 22.25 in (56.5 cm)Width: 26.19 in (66.5 cm)Depth: 9.53 in (24.2 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late Edo - Early Meiji period
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In a very nice original condition with general traces of age and wear. Please look at the photos for a clear condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
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