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Gold Lacquer Incense Box
A Gold Lacquer KÅbako (Incense Box)
Edo Period (1615â1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kÅbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Edo period. The cover is adorned with chrysanthemums in various shades of gold, set against an okihirame groundâa technique characterized by sprinkled gold leaf fragments, creating a textured and shimmering surface.
Inside, the box contains four original rectangular compartments, traditionally used to hold incense. These inner boxes are meticulously decorated in gold, silver and red togidashi-maki-e, showcasing intricate floral and foliate motifs. The interior is finished with nashiji, a delicate sprinkling of gold and silver powder that produces a subtle, glimmering effect.
In Japanese culture, the burning of incense held deep ceremonial significance, much like the ritualistic preparation and sharing of tea. Incense appreciation (kÅdÅ) was practiced among intimate gatherings, engaging the senses in a meditative and sacred ritual. The incense sticks would have been passed around carefully, often handled with chopsticks to preserve the purity of the materials.
4 1/8â high x 3â deep x 3/4â high
Edo Period (1615â1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kÅbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Edo period. The cover is adorned with chrysanthemums in various shades of gold, set against an okihirame groundâa technique characterized by sprinkled gold leaf fragments, creating a textured and shimmering surface.
Inside, the box contains four original rectangular compartments, traditionally used to hold incense. These inner boxes are meticulously decorated in gold, silver and red togidashi-maki-e, showcasing intricate floral and foliate motifs. The interior is finished with nashiji, a delicate sprinkling of gold and silver powder that produces a subtle, glimmering effect.
In Japanese culture, the burning of incense held deep ceremonial significance, much like the ritualistic preparation and sharing of tea. Incense appreciation (kÅdÅ) was practiced among intimate gatherings, engaging the senses in a meditative and sacred ritual. The incense sticks would have been passed around carefully, often handled with chopsticks to preserve the purity of the materials.
4 1/8â high x 3â deep x 3/4â high
$3,447.50
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A Gold Lacquer KÅbako (Incense Box)
Edo Period (1615â1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kÅbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Edo period. The cover is adorned with chrysanthemums in various shades of gold, set against an okihirame groundâa technique characterized by sprinkled gold leaf fragments, creating a textured and shimmering surface.
Inside, the box contains four original rectangular compartments, traditionally used to hold incense. These inner boxes are meticulously decorated in gold, silver and red togidashi-maki-e, showcasing intricate floral and foliate motifs. The interior is finished with nashiji, a delicate sprinkling of gold and silver powder that produces a subtle, glimmering effect.
In Japanese culture, the burning of incense held deep ceremonial significance, much like the ritualistic preparation and sharing of tea. Incense appreciation (kÅdÅ) was practiced among intimate gatherings, engaging the senses in a meditative and sacred ritual. The incense sticks would have been passed around carefully, often handled with chopsticks to preserve the purity of the materials.
4 1/8â high x 3â deep x 3/4â high
Edo Period (1615â1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kÅbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Edo period. The cover is adorned with chrysanthemums in various shades of gold, set against an okihirame groundâa technique characterized by sprinkled gold leaf fragments, creating a textured and shimmering surface.
Inside, the box contains four original rectangular compartments, traditionally used to hold incense. These inner boxes are meticulously decorated in gold, silver and red togidashi-maki-e, showcasing intricate floral and foliate motifs. The interior is finished with nashiji, a delicate sprinkling of gold and silver powder that produces a subtle, glimmering effect.
In Japanese culture, the burning of incense held deep ceremonial significance, much like the ritualistic preparation and sharing of tea. Incense appreciation (kÅdÅ) was practiced among intimate gatherings, engaging the senses in a meditative and sacred ritual. The incense sticks would have been passed around carefully, often handled with chopsticks to preserve the purity of the materials.
4 1/8â high x 3â deep x 3/4â high
