Set of Three Japanese Lacquer Nesting Trays, mid to late C20th

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Set of Three Japanese Lacquer Nesting Trays, mid to late C20th

This is a fine quality set of three Japanese lacquer trays designed in a ‘nesting’ format so that the two smaller fit into the largest. Each is finished in red lacquer with an elaborate and detailed gilt and enamel design of two peacocks in a garden scene with peony and bamboo, the rims gilt and the openwork handles with beige plastic loops, the sides and reverse in black lacquer. The art of lacquer ware (漆器, shikki) has been practised in Japan since the earliest times and pieces from the Meiji period (1868-1912) are particularly collectible today. These trays are much later, the use of plastic suggesting the 1950s or 1960s but the quality is still there and their excellent condition allows the skill of the workmanship to be fully appreciated. Highly decorative in themselves they are functional as well!
Size: Large tray 47 x 29 cm, Medium tray 27 x 27 cm, Small tray 27 x 18 cm
Weight: 1045 grams
Date: 1950s/1960s
Condition: Good condition, no issues
Estimate: £30 – 40

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