A Lacquer Cabinet Commissioned by the Portuguese
Momoyama period (late 16th century)
Decorated in gold and silver hiramaki-e and inlaid in mother-of-pearl on a black ground, the fall front with three birds amongst cherry blossoms, the top with a pair of birds and camellia trees, one side with tachibana and kikyo [Chinese bellflower] and the other with camellia trees and chrysanthemums, the back with morning glory, each panel bordered with bands of triangles, the interior of the drop front with clematis vine, the central compartment inside and eight surrounding drawers covered with various patterns including maple leaves, kikyo, hagi, tachibana, vine and shells, each knob of chrysanthemum form, the copper mounts with flowers and stylised foliage, a fitted key
22.8cm. x 23.7cm. x 23.4cm.

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