Japanese Edo Period Wood and Lacquer Kushidai A Japanese Wood and Lacquer Kushidai, or traveling cosmetics case, dating to the Edo period. The case is constructed of wood covered with black lacquer and gold flat and slightly raised lacquer scrolling vine patterns with variations of the Kutsuwa, or bit, mon design adapted from the pieces on the side of the horse’s bit. Originally a military design, this crest was used by Christian families in the later Edo years because of the hidden cross design. The kushidai has four drawers with interior, sprinkled nashiji lacquer, each with a circular, crest copper alloy pull. There is some wear to the side handles and to the lacquer, especially on the top, but the piece is in otherwise great condition.
 

Set of Five Japanese Lacquer Dishes A Set of 5 Japanese Lacquer Dishes made of wood covered with offset deep reddish-brown lacquer over black, with five different designs of flowers and plants done in flat and raised gold lacquer, measuring 5” in diameter. They are signed and sealed by the artist. I date these to the early to mid 20th century.
 

Gold Lacquered Wood Tea caddy An unusual carved wood tea caddy that has been covered with gold lacquer, measuring 5 1/2 X 4 1/2 ins., dating to the early to mid 20th century. The interior is coated inblack lacquer. The item is in fine and original condition.