Antique early 20th century lacquered and hand painted glove box stunning!! Possibly Japanese?
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This wonderful glove box could now be used as a jewellery or keepsake box. Very decorative, some age related wear - it is 100 years old!
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We have 2 glove boxes for sale. May sell together, please contact us for pricing etc price is for laquered box only.
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Size: 29 cm wide 9 cm depth 4 cm tall
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Lacquered boxes have a rich history spanning centuries and cultures, with origins in ancient China and later flourishing in Japan and Russia. The art of lacquering, using a varnish derived from tree sap, has been used for both functional and decorative purposes, often signifying status and wealth.
Chinese Lacquerware:
Ancient Origins:
Lacquer, derived from the sap of the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree, has been used in China since at least the Neolithic period (around 7,000 BCE).
Early Applications:
Initially used for practical items like dining utensils and writing on bamboo slips, lacquer later became associated with ceremonial objects and interiors, often featuring black and red color schemes.
Carved Lacquer:
The Jiajing and Wanli Emperors (1521–1620) saw the rise of polychrome carved lacquer, known as tixi, where different colors were revealed by carving away layers.
Japanese Lacquerware:
Early Adoption:
Lacquer was used in Japan as early as the Jōmon period (around 10,000 BCE).
Heian Period Sophistication:
The Heian period (794–1185) saw the refinement of maki-e techniques, using gold and silver powders to create intricate designs on lacquer surfaces.
Luxury and Status:
Lacquer boxes became luxury items, often used by the imperial court and samurai to store precious items and accessories.
Edo Period Developments:
During the Edo period (1603–1868), lacquer boxes became part of wedding sets and featured auspicious motifs like cranes or pine, bamboo, and plum patterns.
Russian Lacquer Boxes:
Emergence in the 18th Century:
Russian lacquer miniatures, initially created as affordable alternatives to expensive materials, emerged in the 18th century.
Fedoskino's Role:
The village of Fedoskino, near Moscow, is considered the oldest center of Russian lacquer miniature painting on papier-mâché, dating back to 1795.
Traditional Schools:
Authentic Russian lacquer boxes are produced using traditional methods by artists trained in one of the four schools: Fedoskino, Palekh, Mstera, and Kholui.
Papier-mâché and Oil Paints:
Fedoskino is unique for using oil paints, while the other three centers primarily use egg tempera.
Subject Matter:
Russian lacquer boxes often depict scenes from everyday life, folk tales, and literary works.
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