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Antique Japanese Round Black Lacquer Box with Wheels in Flowing Stream

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
Japanese black lacquer covered round sweetmeat box with takamakie (raised lacquer), MOP and ceramic inlay design of wheels half submerged in a flowing stream- a motif popular in Heian times (794 - 1185), when people would submerge cart wheels in water to prevent them from drying out.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Creation Date:	Second half of the 19th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	A4666
Incollect Reference #:	800558

Dimensions

H.	4 in;	Diam.	8 in;
H.	10.16 cm;	Diam.	20.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques, with over 45 years of expertise, is a renowned source for fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, and more. Our diverse collection also includes Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture, available at our Hudson, NY gallery. For inquiries, contact 518.828.8585 or email thegallery@nagaantiques.com.