A 15-PIECE LACQUER SET OF FOOD DISHES Lot n° 46

A 15-PIECE LACQUER SET OF FOOD DISHES Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) to Taisho period (1912-1926) Comprising a tray decorated in hiramaki-e with scrolling leafy vines and aoi mon, a jikiro (ceremonial foot container) with cover, an open food container, a kettle, two bowls with covers, two teacups, and five sake cups. The pieces decorated with gold and silver leafy vines and aoi mon on a nashiji ground, the interior of the bowls and cups lacquered red and with gold fundame edges. SIZE 90 x 40 x 28 cm (the largest) DIAMETER 4.8 cm (the smallest) Condition: Good condition with little wear, small nicks, light scratches, minor chips, and few areas of warping to the lacquer. The larger open container with few cracks, chips, loose metal rims, small repairs, and touchups. Overall presenting very well. Auction comparison: Compare a related lacquer set of food dishes, dated Meiji period, at Christie’s, Japanese and Korean Art, 18 March 2008, New York, lot 25 (sold for USD 2,750).