Lacquered Collection

The Reading, 1850
3478142 The Reading, 1850; (add.info.: Aquatint titled 'The Reading' depicting three generations listening to a reading from the family bible)

A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke
1766580 A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke; Private Collection; (add.info.: A finely lacquered group of seven netsuke. 19th Century.); Photo © Christie's Images.

Fusuma: Tigers and Dragon, 1813-1838. Creator: Kishi Ganku
Fusuma: Tigers and Dragon, 1813-1838. These "fusuma, " Japanese sliding door panels, were designed to cover two walls of a room forming an "L" shape

Fox, early 19th century. Creator: Shomosai
Fox, early 19th century

Incense Burner in the Form of a Lion, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Incense Burner in the Form of a Lion, 19th century

Kannon, 710-794 A.D.. Creator: Unknown
Kannon, 710-794 A.D

Head of a Buddha (image 4 of 11), 1000-1050 A.D.. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Buddha (image 4 of 11), 1000-1050 A.D

Head of a Buddha (image 1 of 11), 1000-1050 A.D.. Creator: Unknown
Head of a Buddha (image 1 of 11), 1000-1050 A.D

Drunken Buddhist Priest holding Broken Geta (image 2 of 2), Early to mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Drunken Buddhist Priest holding Broken Geta (image 2 of 2), Early to mid-19th century

Drunken Buddhist Priest holding Broken Geta (image 1 of 2), Early to mid-19th century. Creator: Unknown
Drunken Buddhist Priest holding Broken Geta (image 1 of 2), Early to mid-19th century

Stylized Sparrow, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Stylized Sparrow, 19th century

Basu Sennin, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Basu Sennin, 19th century

Love Birds, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Love Birds, 19th century

Elephant-Shaped Box, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Elephant-Shaped Box, 19th century

Female Daruma Doll, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Female Daruma Doll, 19th century

Toy Dog, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Toy Dog, 19th century

Pigeon-Shaped Box, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Pigeon-Shaped Box, 19th century

Chinese Lion, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Chinese Lion, 19th century

Weird Face, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Weird Face, 19th century

Daoist Immortal with Sacred Jewel, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Daoist Immortal with Sacred Jewel, 18th century

Chinese Lion Mask, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chinese Lion Mask, 18th century

Octopus, early 19th century. Creator: Gyokuzan
Octopus, early 19th century

Tablescreen with Calligraphy of Sima Guang's (1019-1086) Family Instructions, between 1127 and 1279. Creator: Anon
Tablescreen with Calligraphy of Sima Guang's (1019-1086) Family Instructions, between 1127 and 1279

Kannon (image 1 of 2), between 1000 and 1200. Creator: Anon
Kannon (image 1 of 2), between 1000 and 1200

The island of Deshima, c.1833-c.1836. Creator: Workshop of Kawahara Keiga
The island of Deshima, c.1833-c.1836. Bird's-eye view of the fan-shaped island of Deshima. In the foreground closed gates and steps between the island and the mainland

Photo album (empty), 1860-1900. Creator: Unknown
Photo album (empty), 1860-1900

Photo album (empty), 1860-1900. Creator: Unknown
Photo album (empty), 1860-1900

Grenadier in uniform, 1800-1900. Creator: Anon
Grenadier in uniform, 1800-1900. Grenadier in bearskin, with rifle with bayonet

Can of varnish with Brandenburg Gate, 1814. Creator: Anon
Can of varnish with Brandenburg Gate, 1814

Chiming Mantel Clock with Moon-Work in Red and Gold Lacquer Case, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Chiming Mantel Clock with Moon-Work in Red and Gold Lacquer Case, 1947. From "British Clocks and Clockmakers, by Kenneth Ullyett. [Collins, London, 1947]

The Virgin and Child with Crown and Sceptre on a Crescent, c. 1460. Creator: Unknown
The Virgin and Child with Crown and Sceptre on a Crescent, c. 1460

Alfred Flechtheim, 1921. Creator: Hermann Haller
Alfred Flechtheim, 1921. Alfred Flechtheim (1878-1937) was an art dealer

Occasional table
Bamboo occasional table with a lacquered octagonal top and four drop-down leaves, manufactured by W.F. Needham in Birmingham, c.1888. Date: c.1888

Japanese lacquer-painting, (1898). Creator: Unknown
Japanese lacquer-painting, (1898). Examples of lacquerware designs: Figs 1-50. Motives [motifs] for lacker-painting...Of all productions of Japanese art

Rowley Hall Chinese Bedroom
An illustration showing a Chinese bedroom of Rowley Hall, Staffordshire. This space is heavily themed with oriental colouring, expressed through the burnished gold background of the room

Sagejubalco, or Picnic Set, 1800-50 (wood with lacquer & gilt bronze fittings)
MAN430891 Sagejubalco, or Picnic Set, 1800-50 (wood with lacquer & gilt bronze fittings) by Japanese School, (19th century); Manchester Art Gallery

Indo-Portuguese black, guild and red-japanned four-fold screen, c. 1700
7408639 Indo-Portuguese black, guild and red-japanned four-fold screen, c.1700 () by Indian School, (18th century); Each fold: 201x53 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Young girl attending an immortal, So pagoda, Thanh Dai district, Hanoi, 16th century (lacquered wood)
5309899 Young girl attending an immortal, So pagoda, Thanh Dai district, Hanoi, 16th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese school, (16th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi

Duchess Yen, So pagoda, Than Dai district, 17th century (lacquered wood)
5309898 Duchess Yen, So pagoda, Than Dai district, 17th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, Hoi Ha pagoda, Vinh Phuc province, 16th century (lacquered wood)
5309891 Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, Hoi Ha pagoda, Vinh Phuc province, 16th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese school, (16th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi

Duke Nguyen The My, Dong Duong pagoda, Hai Duong province, 1632 (lacquered wood)
5309890 Duke Nguyen The My, Dong Duong pagoda, Hai Duong province, 1632 (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Duchess Nguyen The My, Dong Duong pagoda, Hai Duong province, 1632 (lacquered wood)
5309889 Duchess Nguyen The My, Dong Duong pagoda, Hai Duong province, 1632 (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Thousand armed and thousand eyed Avalokiteshvara, But Thap pagoda, Bach Ninh province, 1656 (lacquered wood)
5309901 Thousand armed and thousand eyed Avalokiteshvara, But Thap pagoda, Bach Ninh province, 1656 (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi

Buddha, Hung Yen province, 19th century (lacquered wood)
5309903 Buddha, Hung Yen province, 19th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School (19th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Young girl attending an immortal, So pagoda, Hanoi, 16th century (lacquered wood)
5309902 Young girl attending an immortal, So pagoda, Hanoi, 16th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese school, (16th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Buddha entering Nirvana, Bach Hinh province, 17th century (lacquered wood)
5309900 Buddha entering Nirvana, Bach Hinh province, 17th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi, Vietnam; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Princess Le Thi Ngoc Duyen, But Thap pagoda, Bac Ninh province, 17th century (lacquered wood)
5309892 Princess Le Thi Ngoc Duyen, But Thap pagoda, Bac Ninh province, 17th century (lacquered wood) by Vietnamese School, (17th century); Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi

Crowned and Bejewelled Buddha Seated on an Elephant Throne, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Crowned and Bejewelled Buddha Seated on an Elephant Throne, Late 19th century

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"Lacquered: A Journey through Time and Culture" Step into the Rowley Hall Chinese Bedroom and be mesmerized by the intricate lacquered designs that adorn every surface. Discover the elegance of the Sagejubalco, a Picnic Set from 1800-50, crafted with wood embellished with exquisite lacquer and gilt bronze fittings. Rest your eyes on an Occasional Table, its smooth lacquered finish reflecting light in a captivating way. Transport yourself to another era as you delve into history through an M. Harris and Sons Advertisement showcasing the allure of lacquer craftsmanship. Marvel at the Indo-Portuguese black, guild, and red-japanned four-fold screen from c. 1700; its rich colors tell stories of cultural exchange. Witness a young girl attending an immortal at So pagoda in Hanoi during the 16th century - her delicate features carved out wood speak volumes about artistry passed down generations. Immerse yourself in royalty as you gaze upon Duchess Yen's intricately carved figure at So pagoda in Than Dai district during the 17th century - her regal presence emanates from every layer of lustrous lacquer. Experience spirituality embodied in Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva at Hoi Ha pagoda in Vinh Phuc province during the 16th century; his serene expression captured flawlessly on meticulously polished lacquered wood. Pay homage to Duke Nguyen The My and Duchess Nguyen The My's legacy at Dong Duong pagoda in Hai Duong province since 1632 - their statues stand tall, adorned with layers of resplendent lacquer that have stood against time's test. Behold Thousand Armed and Thousand Eyed Avalokiteshvara at But Thap pagoda in Bach Ninh province since 1656; each arm intricately detailed on gleaming lacquered wood, symbolizing compassion and protection.