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Japanese Red and Black Lacquer Maki-e Decorated Presentation Tray, dated 1917

$3,500
£2,661.60
€3,070.02
CA$4,902.86
A$5,487.27
CHF 2,865.21
MX$66,945
NOK 36,370.09
SEK 34,512.98
DKK 22,925.47
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About the Item

A fine Japanese red and black maki-e lacquer presentation tray with original tomobako storage box, Taisho period, dated 1917, Japan. The large presentation tray set on cabriole legs and decorated with maki-e (gold dust) designs of various stylized mon (family crests) including phoenix, chrysanthemum, butterfly, and deer, all upon a black lacquer ground. The interior of the tray a brilliant vermillion red lacquer, contrasting nicely with the black and gold. Comes with the original inscribed wood storage box, dated Taisho Year 6, corresponding to 1917.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Taisho (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1917
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. One interior corner with slight separation, as seen in photos. The same corner, the leg with a slight gouge, as seen in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU89478464453

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