【Tea Ceremony Utensil】Hearth Frame, Wajima Lacquerware, Four Gentlemen Maki-e, Mother-of-Pearl, So-yoshi, Shared Box, R1781

This is a *shikunshi* (Four Gentlemen) maki-e lacquered hearth surround by Sōyoshi, a Wajima-nuri lacquerware artist.
The Four Gentlemen (orchid, bamboo, chrysanthemum, and plum blossoms) are depicted in gold maki-e on black *shin-nuri* (true lacquer) finish.
Mother-of-pearl inlay is applied to some parts, such as the plum blossoms, creating a beautiful shimmer depending on the light.

◆ Size
Outer dimensions: 42.5cm x 42.5cm, Height: 6.8cm
Inner dimensions: 34.8cm x 34.8cm

◆ Scratches and Condition
This is a pre-owned item that has been stored for a long time.
There are a few small scratches of about 1mm (see images 9-11), but overall, it is in very good condition for a pre-owned item.

Comes with original box.

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