Japan 1900 Meiji Miniature Hanagamidai Cabinet In Gilded Wood And Sterling Silver

Miniature hanagamidai cabinet from the Japan meiji (1858-1912) period.

Gorgeous and rare miniature drawers hanagamidai (cosmetic cabinet), created in the imperial Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1900. This is a little piece of furniture realized in miniature, composed by a rectangular body with 6 drawers of different sizes and a fixed tray on top. Carefully crafted in ebonized lacquered wood with gilding decorations of flowers in gold hiramaki-e, togidashi-e and nashiji, with joints and garnitures made in solid sterling silver. The construction and assembly is excellent. The joints between the panels were made with masterful care where the sterling silver parts show the areas where they were riveted with the pins.

Weight: 1145 Grams, (733.97 Dwt).

Measurements: 260 mm by 181 mm by 231 mm (10.25 x 7.13 x 9.12 Inches).

Hallmarks: Signed in the bottom with the maker's cartouche inside a circle.

Provenance: Objets D'art Gallery, Kensington, MD.

Condition: The overall condition of this Hanagamidai is very good. Beside the little normal and usual wear, there is no damage to any parts. All silver garnitures are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D031223MNNE/.4521