Japanese Kanazawa Lacquer Wooden Sakazuki 7.09inch Cranes&Waves Makie Meiji Era BK658
This is a refined Kanazawa Makie lacquer sakazuki dating to the Meiji period, beautifully decorated with an auspicious design of pine trees, cranes, and waves executed in luxurious Takamakie (high-relief makie).
The composition combines some of the most celebrated symbols in Japanese decorative arts. Cranes represent longevity, happiness, and good fortune, while pine trees symbolize endurance, prosperity, and steadfastness. The dynamic wave motifs evoke strength, continuity, and the enduring rhythm of nature. Together, these elements create an elegant and highly auspicious design associated with long life, success, and prosperity.
The decoration is executed using traditional Kanazawa Makie techniques, a style renowned for its refined gold lacquer work and exceptional craftsmanship. The raised Takamakie decoration gives the motifs remarkable depth and dimensionality, enhancing the visual richness of the piece and showcasing the skill of the artisan.
Originally intended for ceremonial occasions and formal sake service, large sakazuki cups such as this were often used during celebrations, auspicious gatherings, and important family events. Today, they are highly appreciated as collectible examples of Japanese lacquer art and traditional craftsmanship.
Created during the Meiji period, this work reflects the high level of artistic achievement associated with Kanazawa lacquerware and remains an elegant decorative object as well as a historical example of Japanese lacquer art.
Kanazawa Makie is one of Japan's most respected lacquer traditions, celebrated for its sophisticated gold lacquer decoration and meticulous craftsmanship. Developed in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, these works are admired for their elegance, technical refinement, and use of precious metallic powders.
The combination of pine, cranes, and waves is among the most auspicious motifs in Japanese art, symbolizing longevity, prosperity, resilience, and good fortune. Such themes were especially popular on ceremonial lacquerware produced during the Meiji period.
Size
Diameter: 18 cm / 7.09 inches
Height: 5.9 cm / 2.32 inches
Weight: 117 g / 0.26 lbs
Condition
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