Japanese Maki-e Lacquered Pedestal Dishes - Set of 4

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A set of four Japanese shallow footed bowls or dishes in red lacquer with predominantly gold Makie design circa 1920s-1930s … more A set of four Japanese shallow footed bowls or dishes in red lacquer with predominantly gold Makie design circa 1920s-1930s Taisho period. Each was decorated with hiramakie painting of different motifs, mostly gold, black and pewter color. One with a temple drum under a blooming plum tree; One with thatched roof house under a pine with assortment of farming tools, One with a floral arrangement; one with a gentleman's accouterment including a gourd, a stool, a bowl and a fan by a drying fabric that appears to serve as a screen. These lovely lacquerware were made to serve foods during elaborate banquet. less