Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Brass Black Red Gold Peony Makie BP43
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Brass Black Red Gold Peony Makie BP43
Vintage Japanese Buddhist Altar Butsudan Drawer
This item comes from a Japanese vintage wooden Buddhist altar cabinet. This deep, short drawer is mostly coated in glossy, classic black lacquer. The front contains intricate brass metal border embellishments and a beautiful hand-painted gold makie depiction of peonies (botan). The inside is lacquered red.
In Japan, the Buddhist altar is a place to enshrine the principal image that is the center of faith, and is a sacred place to hold memorial services for ancestors as a "small temple in the home".
- Black, red, gold
- Wood, brass metal
- C1950
- Item weight: 575 grams
- Packed weight: 900 grams
- Approx. 27 cm long x 13 cm wide x 17.5 cm tall x 16.5 cm deep
- Good condition considering age. Some scratches and discolorations. Some lacquer cracking on inside corner. Wear and tear due to use. Please see the photos.
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Acquired in an estate sale in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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