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Name: Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Red Lacquered Box with Gilt Figural Decoration
SKU: a18aaaaa3
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Red Lacquered Box with Gilt Figural Decoration

£38.00

Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Red Lacquered Box with Gilt Figural Decoration

1 in stock

SKU: a18aaaaa3 Categories: Oriental, Storage & Boxes Tags: 19th Century, Boxes, Japanese, Oriental, Lacquered, Glencoe Antiques

Description

Description

Height: 6cm

Width: 8cm

A decorative late 19th century Japanese lacquered box from the Meiji period, finished in a rich cinnabar red ground and embellished with gilt figural scenes.

The exterior is adorned with stylised figures in traditional dress, depicted in flowing compositions that reflect the narrative and decorative aesthetic of Meiji-era export lacquerware.

The cylindrical form is both practical and visually striking, with a removable lid that continues the decorative scheme across its surface.

The interior retains a vibrant red lacquer finish, offering a pleasing contrast to the aged exterior decoration.

Pieces such as this were often produced for both domestic use and export, combining traditional Japanese craftsmanship with motifs that appealed to Western collectors of the period.

The wear to the decoration adds to its authenticity and character, reflecting its age and history.