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Japanese Lacquered and Gold Leaf Storage Trunk (Nagamochi)

$16,258.28
£12,000
€14,041.21
CA$22,396.86
A$25,083.07
CHF 13,087.93
MX$306,378.90
NOK 166,516.61
SEK 156,961.86
DKK 104,787.81

About the Item

A fine lacquered and gold leaf Nagamochi dating from the late 18th century or early 19th century. The exterior of the trunk and its gilded metal fittings are decorated with a foliage pattern and young pine branches, an auspicious symbol of longevity. A shallow black lacquered tray inserts into the top of the trunk and the interior retains its original paper lining.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 36.62 in (93 cm)Depth: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Gold Leaf,Lacquer,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Lightly and sympathetically re-polished. Small losses to original paper lining.
  • Seller Location:
    CA, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2102329503222

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