MOTHER OF PEARL INLAID LACQUER NAMBAN CHEST

with dome lid. Decorated overall with typical dense foliage popular in “southern barbarian” art. A rather coarse craftsmanship is typical of these early namban lacquers intended for export, although their sparkling mother of pearl inlay distinguishes them.

Momoyama Period (late 16th century)

12” w x 7” d x 8 1/2” h

AA02K7-106