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306 - Kitamura Unryuan 雲龍庵 (Japan, 1952-) Writing case (suzuribako…
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Estimate €1,600 - €1,800
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Kitamura Unryuan 雲龍庵 (Japan, 1952-) Writing case (suzuribako) in the form of two superimposed rectangles, the edges hemmed in silver, the lid decorated in hira maki-e in gold, red, green, black and kirigane lacquer with a dancer unfolding a fan. It opens onto an interior decorated with two dancers with fans on a gold and silver lacquer kinji background, an ink stone in and a shell-shaped mizuhire on the top of the lid and another inside. Signed Unryuan and kao in the suzuribako. Dim. 20 x 15 cm Wooden storage box (tomobako), and green lacquered transport box inscribed on the lid in gold lacquer hira maki-e "suzuribako, maki-e dancers" (slight dents). Born in 1952 in Wajima, Unryuan (real name Kitamura Tatsuo) has established himself as one of the greatest masters of contemporary lacquerware. After setting up his own studio in 1985, he gained international renown for a style that combines a deep respect for conservative techniques with great delicacy of execution. His work is now exhibited in the world's leading institutions, such as London's Victoria and Albert Museum, making him an ambassador for the art of lacquer. (>) By way of exception, in accordance with article 83-I of law no. 2023-1322 of 29 December 2023, VAT is charged at 5.5% on the entire price due for the purchase of a work of art. of the auction price (hammer price and selling expenses). Expert : Alice JOSSAUME | Cabinet PORTIER & ASSOCIES Part II: 19 June 2026 - Chapter 2: Japanese lacquers, maki-e or the art of "sprinkled images
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About the sale COLLECTIONS & CLASSIC WORKS - PART II
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Auction time 06/19/2026 at 2:00 PM
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