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Japanese Lacquer Samurai Trunk From The Estate Of Sir John Richardson

Offered by: David Neligan Antiques

Description
With slightly domed removable lid opening to an open interior, conforming case with central gilded samurai family crest or Mon depicting a butterfly. Brass trim and handles. Richardson was friends with Picasso, Leger etc.In New York in 1960 he organized a nine gallery Picasso retrospective. He was appointed to start Christies in New York and ran it for nine years. In 1973 he Joined Knoedler gallery. He also gave a eulogy to Andy Warhol at his funeral at St Patricks in New York.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass,Lacquer
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Wear.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	799600

Dimensions

W.	60.5 in;	H.	26.25 in;	D.	24.75 in;
W.	153.67 cm;	H.	66.68 cm;	D.	62.87 cm;

Message from Seller:

David Neligan Antiques, located in Essex, Massachusetts, offers a large inventory of period English and Continental furniture and decorative arts. With over 35 years of experience and a background in both appraisal and auctioneering, David is a trusted expert in the field; contact him at 978.768.3910 or via email at david@davidneliganantiques.com.