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Fine Japanese Lacquer Takamakura Geisha Pillow, First Half of the 20th Century

$1,250
£949.41
€1,091.99
CA$1,746.50
A$1,947.54
CHF 1,016.14
MX$23,897.04
NOK 12,933.88
SEK 12,254.57
DKK 8,149.93
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About the Item

A fine Japanese lacquer Takamakura Geisha pillow, first half of the 20th century. Depicting Shi-Shi Lion between peony and rock in gold, silver, red and black hiramaki-e and takamaki-e and abalone umekomi (Embedded) on a black ground. Cylindrical pillow in red silk with tassels on each side, Rare in such an extravagant decoration on both sides. The base measures 8 3/4"-inches wide x 3 1/2"-inches high x 4"-inches deep. Pillow only measures 9"-inches in long x 3 1/2"-inches in diameter.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Abalone,Lacquer,Appliqué,Blackened
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890-1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1417212562801

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