Japanese Shibayama
Magnificent, 5-case inro with detailed, sailing vessels, wood ojime. Made in Japan, signed on bottom as shown. Condition: slight damage to the lacquer in places. Dimensions: inro itself measures 3.5″ high. (A3576-jl) price: $12,400
Lacquer box and cover realistically crafted in the form of a Japanese short-necked fretted lute with intricate details and painted landscape. No marks, made in Japan. Condition: wear commensurate with age, very good overall. Dimensions: 9.25″ length. (6096-jl) Price: $4975
Two footed, trumpet-shaped lacquer vases decorated with very similar, though not identical floral sprays meticulously crafted from inlaid gemstones. A rust-colored stipple pattern adds a flourish both inside and also on bottoms. Condition: one butterfly missing inlay, some inlay replacement, wear commensurate with age, otherwise good overall. No marks, made in Japan. Dimensions: 5.25″ height.… Continue reading Pr of Japanese Shibayama Lacquer Vases