Cosmetics Box with Chrysanthemums (lid), early 1300s. Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333). Lacquer on wood; overall: x 29 x cm (6 15/16 x 11 7/16 x 9 in.). In China, the chrysanthemum was historically appreciated for its association with the Double Nine Festival and the reclusive life of the poet Tao Yuanming (AD 365-427). In Japan, the 16-petaled chrysanthemum came to symbolize the Japanese imperial family after Emperor Gotoba (1180-1239) chose the motif as his personal emblem, having it applied to his sword and everyday utensils. This box proves that the flower also appeared on lac
Cosmetics Box with Chrysanthemums (lid), early 1300s. Japan, Kamakura period (1185-1333). Lacquer on wood; overall: x 29 x cm (6 15/16 x 11 7/16 x 9 in.). In China, the chrysanthemum was historically appreciated for its association with the Double Nine Festival and the reclusive life of the poet Tao Yuanming (AD 365-427). In Japan, the 16-petaled chrysanthemum came to symbolize the Japanese imperial family after Emperor Gotoba (1180-1239) chose the motif as his personal emblem, having it applied to his sword and everyday utensils. This box proves that the flower also appeared on lacquer wares as early as the Kamakura period.
Size: 3400px × 2779px
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