Collection of mixed metal Japanese Shakudo plaques

£6,500

This beautiful Meiji plaques are crafted from an alloy of gold and copper and depict traditional Japanese scenes, such as courtly figures, herons, and blossoms.

 

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Description

Shakudo is a Japanese billon (in this instance, an alloy of gold and copper) that is patinated in a manner that resembles lacquer. The Meiji period plaques in this collection of fourteen are of shakudo, with gilt accents to highlight particular details. The set includes four square plaques with chamfered corners, five circular plaques, two octagonal and one hexagonal plaque, and two of irregular shape. The plaques depict traditional scenes in bas relief accented with gilt: courtly figures, herons, owls, and other birds and flowers. Plaques such as the ones in the present collection are now often found set within mounts as jewellery, such as cufflinks, necklaces, and brooches.

Details

Country of Origin
Japanese
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Style
Japanese Interest, Meiji
Material
Gilt, Metal
Colour
Black, Gold

Dimensions

Height
2 cm / 0.8 inches
Width
2 cm / 0.8 inches

Reference:
7972

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