Antique Japanese Lacquer Table Screen c1890 Meiji 3 Panel Mother of Pearl Crane Scene coffee_table canine sculpture

canine sculpture

ready for use

The smoother upper section contrasts well with the rougher texture below

referencing historic Benin court art rather than an earlier palace casting

Extremely heavy with beautiful construction

Antique Japanese Lacquer Table Screen c1890 Meiji 3 Panel Mother of Pearl Crane Scene coffee_table canine sculptureLate 19th century Japanese three panel table screen dating to the Meiji period, finished in black lacquer and decorated with a crane and floral landscape. Constructed on a lightweight core, most likely papier mch, and detailed with mother of pearl inlay alongside engraved bone or ivory effect elements. The scene features cranes amongst lotus and foliage, a classic decorative export motif of the period. Good antique condition with age related wear