Zōhiko Japanese Lacquer Kōgō Incense Box Black Gold Feather Maki-e 2.56\"
Beautiful small Japanese lacquer kōgō (香合)traditionally used as an incense container in the Japanese teaceremony.
This finely crafted circular box is attributed to Zōhiko(象彦)of Kyoto, Japan, one of Japan\'s historic and highlyrespected lacquerware houses. The underside bears a Zōhikoseal.
The box features a deep black lacquer ground with an elegantsingle gold feather rendered in the refineddecorative style associated with Japanese maki-e lacquerwork. Theunderstated black-and-gold design is particularly attractive anddemonstrates the sophisticated aesthetic of Kyoto lacquerware.
Although traditionally made as a kōgō for incense, its compactsize also makes it suitable for storing jewelry, keepsakes, sewingnotions, or other small personal diameter: 65 mm (2.56 inches)
Weight: 41.6 g (1.47 vintage condition with age- and use-related wear.
The black lacquer has worn away in areas along portions of therim, exposing the underlying surface. This is wear to the black lacquer.
There are additional minor surface scratches and signs of handlingconsistent with age and use. The gold feather decoration remainspresent and attractive.
The box appears structurally intact and the lid fits properly.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are an importantpart of the condition piece belonged to a family member and had been in the familysince at least the 1960s.
Maker & AttributionThe box is attributed to Zōhiko (象彦),Kyoto, Japan, and bears a Zōhiko seal on the underside.
The decoration is consistent with traditional Japanese maki-elacquer artistry.
The exact manufacturing date has not been established, so aspecific historical period is not being claimed.
A lovely example of Japanese Kyoto lacquerware with an elegantfeather motif and the distinctive character of traditional Zōhikocraftsmanship.
Why This Item Is DesirableThis is a particularly appealing piece for collectors of Japaneselacquerware, Zōhiko, maki-e, Japanese tea-ceremony objects, andAsian decorative arts.
Historic Kyoto Maker: Zōhiko (象彦)is one of Japan\'s best-known historic lacquer houses, with roots inKyoto dating to 1661.
Recognized Zōhiko Seal: The underside bears theZōhiko seal, providing an important maker attribution.
Elegant Feather Maki-e Decoration: The singlegold feather against the deep black lacquer creates the refined,restrained aesthetic for which high-quality Japanese lacquerware isprized.
Traditional Kōgō Form: This is a small kōgō(香合),a traditional Japanese incense container associated with the teaceremony. Its compact size and beautiful decoration also make it anappealing collectible keepsake box.
Collector-Friendly Size: At only 65 mm (2.56inches) in diameter, it is an exceptionally displayable size for alacquer collection, Japanese art collection, tea-ceremony collection,or small decorative arts display.
Documented Design Tradition: Comparable Zōhikolacquer kōgō with black lacquer, feather decoration, and a Zōhikoseal are documented in the collector and sale market, supportingthe significance of this distinctive design.
Family Provenance: This example belonged to afamily member and had been in the family since at least the 1960s,adding an appealing piece of ownership history.
For the collector who appreciates the craftsmanship, history, andsubtle beauty of Japanese lacquer, this is much more than an ordinarysmall trinket box.
Brand:Zōhiko
Type: Kōgō/ Incense Box
Object: Japanese LacquerBox
Style: ofManufacture: Material:Lacquer
Color:Black, Gold
Design: Technique: Maki-e
Finish:Glossy / Lacquered
Shape: Round
Features:Lacquered, Hand Decorated, Zōhiko Seal
Use:Incense Container / Kōgō
Suitable For:Incense, Keepsakes, Small Objects
Theme:Japanese Art, Tea Ceremony
Production Technique:Japanese Lacquerware
Signed: Yes
SignedBy: Zōhiko Seal
Era: Vintage
TimePeriod Manufactured: 20th Century or Earlier
Antique:Not Original
Diameter:65 mm / 2.56 in
Overall Height: 28 mm / 1.10in
Inside Bottom Depth: 8 mm / 0.31 in
TopCover Height: 11 mm / 0.43 in
Inside CoverHeight: 5 mm / 0.20 in
Inside Bottom Diameter:53 mm / 2.09 in
Inside Top Diameter: 57 mm /2.24 in
Item Weight: 41.6 g / 1.47 oz
UnitQuantity: 1
Unit Type: Unit
CustomBundle: No
Modified Item: No
MPN:Does Not Apply
UPC: Does Not Apply
Model:Does Not Apply
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