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Exquisite Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Suzuribako by Koma Kyūhaku Edo Period
$ 18,000
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Description
One of the finest Japanese Maki-e Suzuribakos (ink box) we have on offer, the roiro color box showcases an ambient nocturnal scene in which two shakudō inlaid crows perched on the handrails of a bridge (possible the Uji Bridge outside of Kyoto) under a cloudy night sky. The ambience continues to the interior under the lid, where a half-hidden silver moon casts a faint shadow over the water, with the banks reinforced by jakago (bamboo baskets filled with stones) highlighted by Radan shell inlays shimmering in the darkness. This imagery may allude to the opening line of a famous Tang Dynasty pome by ZhangXu: The moon is setting among the cries of the crows; the night is covered with autumn frost.
The base of the interior features a raised platform and a frame containing a suzuri (ink stone) with gold fundame rims) and a silver suiteki (water dropper) of in the complementary form of a waterwheel and waves. Under the inkstone, there is signature "Koma Kyūhaku" in gold Maki-e Kanji. Koma Family is a dynasties of lacquer artists started in the 17th century by Kyui I and continues to the beginning of the 19th century. In the eighteenth century, there were six Kyūhaku over the generations that used the same name with the last one Kyūhaku VI died in 1806. It is therefore difficult to know exactly when the piece was made or by whom. It was likely made in 18th century during Edo period.
With a kabusebuta (overhanging lid) and scalloped sumikiri (cut-off corners), the exquisite suzuribako strikes one with its moodiness and delicate but sure-handed composition. The wide range of decorative techniques, including gold hiramaki-e, takamaki-e, and togidashi maki-e with hirame flakes, shakudō, and radan inlays, were used harmoniously and cohesively to achieve the aesthetic vision.
There is a tomobako box in black-painted wood accompanies the suzuribako. It remains a collector's paper sticker with ink Kanji note: "Maki-e Ink box; Bird over bridge, seeing the half-hidden moon from afar. Made by Koma Kyūhaku". -
More Information
Origin: Japan Period: 18th Century Materials: Lacqered wood, ink stone, silver, gold makie Condition: Good. Overall fine and attractive condition with some age-related wear and patina and expected minute losses of gold speckles etc. Base shows contact minor contact wear. The tomobako box shows wear. Creation Date: 18-19th century Styles / Movements: Bespoke, Asian, Traditional Patterns: Animal/Insects, Asian/Oriental, Handmade Incollect Reference #: 589188 -
Dimensions
W. 9.25 in; H. 2 in; D. 10.125 in; W. 23.5 cm; H. 5.08 cm; D. 25.72 cm;
Message from Seller:
Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.
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