As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this Meiji period (1869-1912) gold lacquer & shibayama miniature Tsuitate (table screen), the super quality lacquered panel depicts a Samurai and sword wielding companion hiding in long grasses in a moonlight scene, with buildings in the distance , the quality of the gold lacquer work and shibayama detail is fantastic, to the reverse a more tranquil scene of butterflies in flight amidst a stunning quality gold lacquer and shibayama floral display, the panel is housed in a silver mounted carved ivory frame that slots snugly into its purpose made hardwood stand, the stand carved in fine detail and further decorated with a shibayama inset panel, the quality of the overall workmanship is exceptional, on what is obviously a Meiji period work by a collaboration of skilled artists , a rare and high quality object for your Japanese works of art collection .
Provenance:
Previously in a high quality UK collection and subsequently supplied by ourselves.
2020 Vision of an enlightened ruler – plate 35
Condition report :
lovely clean used condition.
Approximate sizes on stand:
Height: 10″ 25.5 cm
Width: 6.7/8″ 17.5 cm
Depth: 4.3/4″ 12 cm
Approximate size of panel:
Height: 7″ 17.8 cm
Width: 5 3/4″ 14.5 cm
Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item, buyers outside the EU are fully responsible for the costs of any export licences that may be required.