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Ref. No. 567
Fumibako decorated with blooming flowers and hibiscus fruits by Jinyu OKOKOSHI
| Origin | Japan |
|---|---|
| Period | Taisho (1912-1926) |
| Medium | Lacquer |
| Dimensions |
Depth14.6 cm / 5 3⁄4 in
Height12.5 cm / 4 59⁄64 in
Width20.7 cm / 8 5⁄32 in
|
| Tomobako | Included |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Signature | Signed on the back of the lid Jinyu saku |
Price
Available on Request
Provenance
- Japanese private collection
About This Work
Rectangular fumibako decorated with hira maki-e gold lacquer, bronze on a kinji background of blooming flowers and hibiscus fruits. The interior is decorated with nashiji lacquer. Signed on the back of the lid 'Jinyu saku'. The edges are encircled with metal.
Yokogoshi Jinyu (born 1890) was a Japanese lacquer artist active during the 20th century. He is known for traditional fine lacquerware crafts, such as bunko (document boxes), featuring intricate gold maki-e designs of natural elements like lotus leaves and beans.