Japanned Collection

Vessels of japanned earthenware from Brazil. Engraving from Ratzel The History of Mankind c1890
533809 Vessels of japanned earthenware from Brazil. Engraving from Ratzel The History of Mankind c1890; (add.info.: Vessels of japanned earthenware from Brazil)

Coal vase
Japanned coal vase made from lacquered tin plate with gilding and painted floral decoration on the lid, cast iron claw feet and iron lion mask handles, with a removable tin-plate liner

Slide Movie Japanned Tin Victorian Magic Lantern
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Japanned and Enamelled Ware Date: 19th century

Japan lamp for ceiling, ca. 1790. Creator: Matthew Boulton
Japan lamp for ceiling, ca. 1790

Bedroom chairs, 1814
6339879 Bedroom chairs, 1814 by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Bedroom chairs, 1814. Japanned to imitate bamboo 1, black or rosewood ornamented with gilt 2, 3)

Toleware Coal Vase, c. 1938. Creator: Robert Stewart
Toleware Coal Vase, c. 1938

Japanned Coal Scuttle, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Robert Stewart
Japanned Coal Scuttle, 1935/1942

Tall-Case Clock, Hindon, c. 1770. Creator: George Stevens Hindon
Tall-Case Clock, Hindon, c. 1770

Candlestand, London, 1680 / 90. Creator: Unknown
Candlestand, London, 1680/90

Chocolate Pot, c. 1936. Creator: Janet Riza
Chocolate Pot, c. 1936

Toleware Tea Caddy, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Janet Riza
Toleware Tea Caddy, 1935/1942

Japanned Coal Scuttle, c. 1940. Creator: John Hall
Japanned Coal Scuttle, c. 1940

Toleware Tray, c. 1940. Creator: Betty Jacob
Toleware Tray, c. 1940

Toleware Teapot, c. 1939. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Toleware Teapot, c. 1939

Toleware Document Box, c. 1938. Creator: J. Howard Iams
Toleware Document Box, c. 1938

Toleware Mug, 1941. Creator: Samuel O. Klein
Toleware Mug, 1941

Toleware Tray, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Tray, 1935/1942

Toleware Tin Cannister, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tin Cannister, c. 1937

Toleware Tin Coffee Pot, c. 1937. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tin Coffee Pot, c. 1937

Toleware Syrup Pot, c. 1941. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Syrup Pot, c. 1941

Toleware Bread Tray, c. 1941. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Bread Tray, c. 1941

Toleware Bread Tray, c. 1940. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Bread Tray, c. 1940

Toleware Bread Tray, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Bread Tray, 1935/1942

Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1940. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1940

Toleware Syrup Pot, c. 1942. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Syrup Pot, c. 1942

Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1938. Creator: William Frank
Toleware Tea Caddy, c. 1938

Toleware Coffee Pot, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mildred Ford
Toleware Coffee Pot, 1935/1942

Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media)
3431714 Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media) by Harrison, John (1693-1776); Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright

Japanned and Enamelled Ware (chromolitho)
961774 Japanned and Enamelled Ware (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanned and Enamelled Ware)

Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge. Man weaving silk cloth on a loom in Coventry 40, customers in a fancy jewellery shop in Birmingham 41

George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting the Lord
491785 George III green and gilt Japanned musical automaton table clock depicting the Lord Mayors Parade, c.1780 (wood, brass & lacquer) (see also 491786-7) by Wagstaff or Wagstaffe

George III blue Japanned quarter striking long case clock, York, c
615807 George III blue Japanned quarter striking long case clock, York, c.1760 (wood & metal) (see also 615808) by Hindley

Bureau cabinet (red & gilt japanning) (see also 746619)
746618 Bureau cabinet (red & gilt japanning) (see also 746619) by Anglo-Dutch School, (18th Century); 198x90x56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Advertisement for japanned vases from Bates & Goode Brothers, Broad Street, Birmingham (colour litho)
6032047 Advertisement for japanned vases from Bates & Goode Brothers, Broad Street, Birmingham (colour litho) by English School

Four Poster Bed, in the Chinese style, 1750s
BAL148851 Four Poster Bed, in the Chinese style, 1750s by Linnell, John (1723-99); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info)

Commode and chair in the state bedchamber at Nostell Priory
BAL2040 Commode and chair in the state bedchamber at Nostell Priory, Yorkshire (green and gold lacquer) by Chippendale, Thomas (1718-79); Nostell Priory, Yorkshire, UK; British, out of copyright

Four Poster Bed, in the Chinese style, 1750s
BAL1799 Four Poster Bed, in the Chinese style, 1750s by Linnell, John (1723-99); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; (add.info)

Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media)
3431713 Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media) by Harrison, John (1693-1776); Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright

Japanned table, detail, c. 1830-40 (beech)
2972947 Japanned table, detail, c.1830-40 (beech) by English School, (19th century); The Geffrye Museum of the Home, London, UK; eGeffrye Museum; English, out of copyright

Japanned Tin Box of Oil Colours. circa 1880s

Finest Indian Ink in oriental-style containers. circa 1880s

Bureau cabinet (red & gilt japanning) (see also 746618)
746619 Bureau cabinet (red & gilt japanning) (see also 746618) by Anglo-Dutch School, (18th Century); 198x90x56.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

George III polychrome and gilt-japanned pot-pourri bowl and cover
CH441554 George III polychrome and gilt-japanned pot-pourri bowl and cover, late 18th century (papier-mache) by English School

A Mid-Victorian black gilt and mother of pearl japanned papier-mache tray decorated witha
1765122 A Mid-Victorian black gilt and mother of pearl japanned papier-mache tray decorated witha shepherdess and lamb with a young man (gilt, mother of pearl, papier-mache) by English School

Charles II Thirty Hour Longcase Clock, c. 1680 (mixed media)
870170 Charles II Thirty Hour Longcase Clock, c.1680 (mixed media) by Tompion, Thomas (1639-1713); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media)
3431715 Longcase clock, 1727 (mixed media) by Harrison, John (1693-1776); Leeds Museums and Art Galleries (Leeds City Museum) UK; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright

Trades in Regency England: blacksmith, Jappanner and goats
6340292 Trades in Regency England: blacksmith, Jappanner and goats by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency England: blacksmith, Jappanner and goats)

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"Japanned: A Journey through Time and Artistry" Step into the world of japanned, a centuries-old technique that has captivated art enthusiasts for generations. From slide movies to Victorian magic lanterns, this exquisite form of decoration has adorned various objects throughout history. One can't help but marvel at the intricate details on a tin Victorian magic lantern, its surface transformed into a work of art with japanning techniques. Similarly, japanned and enamelled ware showcases the fusion of beauty and functionality in items like coal vases or Japan lamps from as early as 1790. The craftsmanship continues to evolve over time, evident in bedroom chairs from 1814 that boast stunning japanned designs. The legacy lives on with creations such as the Toleware Coal Vase by Robert Stewart in 1938 or the Japanned Coal Scuttle by John Hall in 1940 – each piece showcasing an artist's dedication to their craft. Japanning also found its way onto larger pieces like tall-case clocks created by George Stevens Hindon around 1770. These timepieces not only served their practical purpose but also added elegance and sophistication to any room they graced. Even smaller objects were not exempt from being touched by this artistic style. Candlestands dating back to London in the late 17th century showcase how even everyday items could be transformed into works of art through japanning techniques. Delving further into modern times, we see Janet Riza's masterful creation - a chocolate pot made in 1936 - which combines both functionality and aesthetic appeal seamlessly. This is mirrored again in her Toleware Tea Caddy from the same period – proof that japanning continued to enchant artists well into the mid-20th century. As we explore these remarkable pieces, it becomes clear that japanning is more than just a decorative technique; it is an expression of creativity and innovation spanning centuries.