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Japanese Maki-e Lacquerware Portable Picnic Set Sagejubako

$8,600
£6,566.06
€7,587.03
CA$12,072.77
A$13,456.36
CHF 7,060.09
MX$164,324.12
NOK 89,396.11
SEK 84,492.92
DKK 56,625.28

About the Item

Sagejubako is a portable picnic set that became popular in the early Edo period when an additional meal was added between breakfast and dinner. It normally consists of a carry case with a handle on top and two sake bottles, an open serving tray, a four-tiered food storage boxes called Jubako, and additional lidded storage box (in this case, two including one clandestinely fit with an ink stone and a copper water dropper!). This set is rare because not only it was superbly decorated but also it appears that it retains all the original components in fine condition. Executed in Hiramaki-e on the surface, a wide range of decorative motifs, such as bamboos, peonies, Japanese mums, maple leaves were used as well as idyllic sceneries such as flowing streams and rocks formation by the ocean. The Jubako showcases a phoenix perched on an old pine tree with tails cascading down the side of the boxes. The maki-e was very finely done with silver inlays that has oxidized to black, all on a Nishiji background. The interior was finished in a vermilion red. The set is likely dated to mid-late 19th century (Edo period), a beautiful and well-preserved example.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Width: 11.5 in (29.21 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition, no obvious issues like cracks or losses, expect surface patina, slight color variation due to exposure, small dings scratches on corners and base due to age. Patina on bronze handle. Examine pictures for details.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945024489812

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