Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Red Lacquer Negoro Dish

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A Japanese footed dish in Negoro lacquer from the Edo period. Embodying the ancient sense of Japanese beauty, the minimalistic … Read more A Japanese footed dish in Negoro lacquer from the Edo period. Embodying the ancient sense of Japanese beauty, the minimalistic forms of Negoro lacquer ware were primarily made to be functional objects and are void of elaborate decoration. The supple shapes and naturally worn patina of red and black lacquered layers give Negoro an ambience of antiquity and elegance which has made them treasured objects throughout the ages. Since the early twentieth century Negoro wares have become highly appreciated by connoisseurs as objects of outstanding design that pursue a certain utilitarian beauty. See less