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19th Century Japanese Cinnabar / Lacquer Cabinet

$21,500
$42,50049% Off
£16,329.78
£32,279.8049% Off
€18,866.29
€37,293.8349% Off
CA$30,133.03
CA$59,565.2849% Off
A$33,724.52
A$66,664.7649% Off
CHF 17,601.61
CHF 34,793.8849% Off
MX$411,265.35
MX$812,966.3949% Off
NOK 225,276.65
NOK 445,314.3149% Off
SEK 213,253.20
SEK 421,547.0249% Off
DKK 140,796.63
DKK 278,318.9249% Off
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About the Item

Incredible example of Asian lacquer carving. Standing over seven feet tall, this monumental display shelf was produced in Japan at the end of the Edo period, late 19th century. It features remarkable, detailed carving rivaling anything produced in Japan or China during any period. This cabinet has been carved in the Chinese style, featuring many elements of Ming Dynasty carving from the Jiangxi area. Unlike a Chinese piece of similar quality, however, this design features three-clawed dragons, endemic to Japanese designs, over the imperial five-clawed dragons that would certainly appear on a piece of this caliber crafted in china. In addition, this cabinet features numerous scenes and floral motifs, all brilliantly carved to an intricate and fully-carved back ground.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 88 in (223.52 cm)Width: 50.5 in (128.27 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: One of the 4 inch corner corbels appears to be replaced. Loss of black lacquer in various areas. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original condition with minor age-appropriate wear. Some loss of black lacquer finish. Surface area burned at lower side of base at back side of cabinet.
  • Seller Location:
    Fulton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5539221784402

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