Japanese & Korean Works of Art - 20th May 2025
Lot 240
A JAPANESE LACQUERED VASE BY THE ZOHIKO COMPANY
Estimate £1,200 - £1,500
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Description
A JAPANESE LACQUERED VASE BY THE ZOHIKO COMPANY
MEIJI OR LATER, 20TH CENTURY
Of baluster form, the body decorated with a carp in relief swimming amongst water weed and gentle waves, following two tadpoles inlaid in mother of pearl, the carp's eye also inlaid in mother of pearl; with a metal liner; the Zohiko elephant mark in gilt to the base, 32cm. (2)
The Zohiko Company is a highly respected and long-established Kyoto lacquerware (urushi) company with a rich history, founded in 1661.