Lot 144 JAPANESE LACQUERED CABINET – 20TH CENTURY

This stunning Japanese lacquered cabinet from the 20th century exemplifies the harmony of fine craftsmanship and elegant design. Finished in rich black lacquer, the cabinet features a two-tiered open structure with sliding panel doors adorned in a delicate gold and silver maki-e design depicting autumn grasses and cattails — a poetic nod to seasonal beauty in Japanese aesthetics.
Beneath the central compartment are two drawers, perfect for storage, with finely detailed metal handles. The rear of the cabinet is also lacquered, allowing for flexible display against a wall or in an open space.
Both decorative and functional, this cabinet reflects the refined tea ceremony and interior traditions of Japan, ideal for collectors or those seeking timeless design. The image includes a calligraphy inscription that provides cultural and artistic context. The writing reads:

飾棚 座卓 (Kazaridana Zataku) – Display Shelf & Low Table
麦秋蒔絵 (Bakushū Maki-e) – “Barley Autumn” Maki-e Design
服部峻昇 (Hattori Shunshō) – Artist’s Signature and Seal

This inscription highlights the cabinet’s seasonal theme, crafted by the artist Hattori Shunshō, and emphasizes its dual purpose as both a display piece and a functional low table. A beautiful harmony of form, season, and signature artistry.
100 by 91 by 38 cm.