Lot details Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Of circular form with a domed top and slightly flared brim, the black-lacquered top with a slight olive-green tint bearing a fine leathery texture and decorated with three gold-lacquered hanabishi mon (flowery-diamond crests), the rim of gold fundame. The smooth underside is lacquered a vibrant and even red, with cream-colored fabric straps. DIAMETER 37 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, the underside with minuscule nicks and light surface scratches. Provenance: Dutch collection. The hanabishi mon is a crest that represents the head of the Takeda family and the military governor of Kai Province and is used as a family crest in Japan. Auction comparison: Compare a related lacquer jingasa, also decorated with three mon, dated late Edo to Meiji period, 42.5 cm diameter, at Christie’s, 28 January 2021, New York, lot 73 (sold for 5,625 USD).
Lot details Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Of circular form with a domed top and slightly flared brim, the black-lacquered top with a slight olive-green tint bearing a fine leathery texture and decorated with three gold-lacquered hanabishi mon (flowery-diamond crests), the rim of gold fundame. The smooth underside is lacquered a vibrant and even red, with cream-colored fabric straps. DIAMETER 37 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor wear, the underside with minuscule nicks and light surface scratches. Provenance: Dutch collection. The hanabishi mon is a crest that represents the head of the Takeda family and the military governor of Kai Province and is used as a family crest in Japan. Auction comparison: Compare a related lacquer jingasa, also decorated with three mon, dated late Edo to Meiji period, 42.5 cm diameter, at Christie’s, 28 January 2021, New York, lot 73 (sold for 5,625 USD).
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