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

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
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.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Creation Date:	1910
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	A4901
Incollect Reference #:	460551

Dimensions

W.	12.25 in;	H.	8.75 in;	D.	16.75 in;
W.	31.12 cm;	H.	22.23 cm;	D.	42.55 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques celebrates 45 years as a leading source of fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, porcelains, fine lacquer objects, sculpture, and furniture. Our inventory of over 300 Japanese screens ranges from the 16th century to the 20th century. Our gallery also features Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture and assorted objects