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An Antique Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Tray

About the Item

A fan shape black lacquer tray from Japan circa 1910-30s, late Meiji to early Showa era. Elaborated decorated with a bundle of yomogi blossom in a very fine Maki-e technique using both gold and silver powders. There is a Japanese symbol on the top left, which represents yomogiu, stemming from yomogi (蓬), a wild plant that belongs to the chrysanthemum family and widely grown in Japan. This name yomogui is from a scene in the Tale of Genji, and the symbol is Used specifically when playing the Tale of Genji themed incense game. The tray was likely used as an accessory container for the game pieces.

Dimensions:
Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
Style:
Japonisme (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Lacquer,Gilt
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
early 20th century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear, mostly on the base due to contact.
Seller Location:
Atlanta, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU945012637342

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