Japanese Urushi Hokkai-Bako with a Tokugawa Family Crest, Edo Period

Japanese Urushi Hokkai-Bako with a Tokugawa Family Crest, Edo PeriodAn incredibly rare, early to mid 19th century Japanese black and gold lacquer box Japan, circa 1830 60. Why we like it Superb quality, exquisite gilt decoration, wonderfully preserved original condition. A museum worthy piece for a true collector of only the best of its kind. The most defining features of this Hokkai are its elaborate gold embellishments. The surface is densely decorated with two primary motifs. The first is a continuous, scrolling

The perfect companion to a coupe of something sparkling

This particular design is characterised by the decorative style associated with Daunia

as it does now — smoke exchanged for light

Maud Russell commissioned the marvellously talented Rex Whistler (1905-1944) to transform the original entrance hall into a large saloon for Mottisfont’s glamorous guests

CHIPPENDALE

000 years and the common ancestry of apes and humans

We are certain that there are others out there who are as passionate as we are about them

Private collection

the place of their origin

with pale blue skies and rocky backgrounds

With its unusual and sleek outline

The chair has been newly reupholstered in the traditional manner