Antique Bamboo and Figures Maki-e Jubako Picnic Set - Container - Laquered wood

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【Product details】

This set includes two tin flasks by by Suzuya Hanbei 錫屋半兵衛, a flask holder, a tray, a container, a four-tiered stacking box (Jubako) with a lid, and a carrying case with a handle. All items fit neatly into the elegant carrying case. The set also comes with its custom wooden box.

Apart from the tin flasks, the items feature a Nashiji ground with makie designs of bamboo, pine, turtles, paulownia leaves, chrysanthemums, and scenes of Chinese figures and houses. Small gold leaf squares provide additional accents. Bamboo symbolizes resilience and flexibility, pine trees represent longevity and endurance, turtles are symbols of good fortune and longevity, paulownia leaves signify nobility and good fortune, and chrysanthemums denote rejuvenation and longevity.

Maki-e is a traditional Japanese decorative technique where gold or silver powder is sprinkled onto wet lacquer to produce intricate designs. Nashiji employs a similar method, using gold or silver flecks to achieve a pear skin-like texture, offering a unique shimmer and depth to the surface.

The bottom of the tin flasks bears the mark of Edo-period tinsmith "Suzuyahanbei." The "Naniwa Kaomono Dokuanai" mentions the signboard of "Manzoku Saikisho" in Osaka from 1846 (Koka 3), which featured shops of Suzuyahanbei (Suzu-Han) and Suzuyashinbei (Suzu-Shin). Suzu-Han is known for bottle craftsmanship, while Suzu-Shin for sake flasks.

The set shows signs of wear consistent with age, including scratches, stains, discoloration, and lacquer chips and cracks. The stacking box has some lifted lacquer. Please refer to the photos for detailed condition.

Dimensions: approx. H 31 cm W 31 cm D 17 cm

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