Unusual Silk Holder in lacquered wood. Edo périod
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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Lacquer: Pre 1800: Item # 1448728
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Lacquer: Pre 1800: Item # 1448728
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$1,500.00
Very rare small silk holder in black and gold lacquered wood. Similar models but of normal size to carry kimono are not frequent but of this small size it is quite exceptional. I am not sure about the function, but as the object can be dismantled easily, I think it is a travel silk stand, probably for towels. The decoration of gold powder tendrils on a black lacquer background surrounds the Mon of 2 families which leads me to believe that this silk holder was a wedding gift. The mounts are made of incised copper and hot gilded with mercury and gold powder.
Mid Edo period around 1800 or earlier.
Good condition, no missing or replaced parts. A few small chocs and wear usual for an object that is 200 years old. Some chipped roiro lacquer on the top bar, visible on picture.
68x58x24cm.