Four Japanese lacquer and mother of pearl panels
Four Japanese lacquer and mother of pearl panels
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A set of four Japanese lacquer panels with carve pearl and bones inlay depicting palace scenes, framed and glazed. Circa 1900.
Japanese lacquer pictures, known as "maki-e,"*are intricate artworks created by applying layers of lacquer to a surface, often wood, and then decorating with materials such as bone and mother of pearl. These detailed images reflect nature, mythology, and daily life, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and artistic tradition dating back centuries. In this case they portray four scenes of life in an imperial palace.
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