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FINE ANTIQUE JAPANESE BOWL AND COVER..
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Item Number: 08-708
Years ago, gold and
sliver decorated Indopersian weapons and armor could be bought so
cheaply that it was difficult to imagine that they were hand made
antiques. Today those same items sell for approximately 50 times their
cost in the 1970s. Thats recognition of their artistic and historic
value and performance which far out strips the vast majority of
investments and compares to being inside at the conception of the
internet mega giants. Such opportunities are rare, but still exist. A
few years ago, we recognized another area of antique art which offered
greatly disproportionate value for its price, Japanese lacquer work
which is the laborious application in many layers over time, of a
pigmented compound of natural resins (not paint) which hardens to a
virtually impervious finish. When applied to delicately hand made wood
vessels, they become works of art, true to the Shinto tradition. The
techniques are nearly endless incorporating other materials such as
mother of pearl and powdered gold and silver. Others expose the wood
core, are incised and some are even branded. The results are true works
of art with subjects drawing on nature and Japanese mythology and folk
lore. Over the years, weve collected many examples and have decided to
share these small treasures with our clients. These are welcomed in any
setting, home or office and many are museum quality. A fine
comprehensive collection can be assembled with a modest investment and
they make thoughtful, unique gifts. Many have been purchased throughout
the year and set aside for holiday gift giving of an heirloom treasure
as well as saving time and avoiding aggravation later.
Meiji Period.
Superior quality with red/orange body color and gilt edges. Top with
fine gold overlay depicting a gnarled tree growing from a cluster of
varied flower blossoms, each of a single shade of gold but detailed
with surface texture and build up of lacquer in relief. The motif
continuing to the rim of the bowl. Finely executed by a very talented
artist.
Layaway is available for this item.
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