Japanese & Korean Works of Art - 20 May 2025
A RYUKYU ISLANDS MOTHER OF PEARL-INLAID LACQUER DISH
£1,000 - £2,000
A RYUKYU ISLANDS MOTHER OF PEARL-INLAID LACQUER DISH
EDO PERIOD (1615-1868), 18TH CENTURY
35cm.
With two large writhing dragons amongst clouds contesting a pearl of wisdom, framed by panels enclosing Buddhist emblems and diaper patterns with stars, raised on a short foot.