Anonymous

Meiji / Taisho period 19/20th century

1868-1926

Tray

Lacquer tray decorated in takamakie, hiramakie, Nashiji and aogai shell on a roiro ground with a silver protective rim. In the centre of the tray is a Dragonboat laden with treasure. In the centre of the sail is the character Bao meaning Treasure. Two cranes accompany the boat outside of a round edge to represent the sun.

The boat is filled with the lucky gods items known as the myriad of treasures. The treasures are the raincoat of invisibility, wish-granting gem, purse of inexhaustible riches, crossed scroll, a keystone of the gods, magic mallet and hat of invisibility, and other items such as drums and musical instruments.

Size 287mm x 287mm x 50mm

Unsigned