Negoro Lacquer Japanese 4 Drawer Chest - Ca 1920 Stone & Marble Brass Elephant Temple Toy On

Brass Elephant Temple Toy On Wheels - ca 75 yrs old

The simple yet practical design reflects the understated elegance of traditional Indian tableware

This old carved sandstone water trough is from Jaisalmer

traditionally used for storing and serving freshly made chapatis

Black & Blue

Negoro Lacquer Japanese 4 Drawer Chest - Ca 1920 Stone & Marble Brass Elephant Temple Toy OnThis striking small scale Japanese side dansu dates to circa 1920 and is decorated in Negoro lacquer a less common lacquer for tansu. During the 50's & 60's there was a well known dealer in Japan who refinished chests with negoro lacquer for the Western market. This finish of red lacquering Japanese furniture is known as negoro and originates in the 12th century AD although this lacquerwork would likely have been carried out during the 50's or 60's