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Gold Lacquer Incense Box
- This kōbako (incense box) exemplifies the refined craftsmanship of the Edo period
- The cover is adorned with chrysanthemums in various shades of gold, set against sprinkled gold leaf
- Inside, the box contains its four original rectangular lacquerware compartments
- The inner boxes are meticulously decorated in gold, silver and red togidashi-maki-e
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Edo Period (1615–1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kōbako (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 ground—a 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. . .
Edo Period (1615–1868), Circa 1850
This exquisite gold lacquer kōbako (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 ground—a 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 (kōdō) 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 1/8“ high x 3” deep x 3/4“ high
| Period: | 19th Century |
| Origin: | Asia |
| Type: | Decorative Boxes |
| Depth: | 3.0 in. (7.62 cm) |
| Width: | 4.13 in. (10.48 cm) |
| Height: | 0.75 in. (1.91 cm) |
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