- Japan Muromachi period, 15th century
- Makie lacquer on wood
- h: 14.3cm d: 24.7cm w: 30.8cm
- [50116]
This work is decorated with an autumnal field design worked in makie lacquer. Makie, literally sprinkled pictures, is a technique that uses gold powder mixed into clear lacquer sap to create designs. This enchanting work is alive with an array of autumn grasses, flowering plants and animals.
