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Japanese Antique Lacquer Document Box with Elaborate Hawk and Faux Oak Grain

$12,500
£9,489.76
€10,940.15
CA$17,682.98
A$19,037.33
CHF 10,194.86
MX$229,393.07
NOK 128,630.90
SEK 117,718.05
DKK 81,749.18

About the Item

Japanese antique lacquer document box with elaborate hawk and faux oak grain, Late Meiji (1868 - 1912) / Early Taisho (1912 - 1926) period lacquer box with impressively rendered hawk in MOP with a glass eye, silver and gold on top of a faux white washed wood grain, and hunter green trim. Sides have a continuation of the faux white washed wood grain in lacquer, as well as fall oak leaves in lacquer and gold and pine needles in MOP. Pewter rim, and interior of bright red and orange laquer in geometric pattern. Box is signed by the artist: Kinka (from Kyoto City). Fantastic example of lacquer craftsmanship.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16.75 in (42.55 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1910
  • Condition:
    Most items that are 100 years old have been cleaned or polished in their lifetime. More involved restorations are mentioned in the above description. For a detailed condition report and a video of this item please contact us directly. -Naga Antiques.
  • Seller Location:
    Hudson, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A49011stDibs: LU85518473683

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