From our recent Japanese acquisitions, a rare find, set #2

Antique Original Japanese temple lotus bouquet including three lotus flower stems. Each hand carved wood and lacquered gold stem was made for a Buddhist 19th century temple altar. These stem leaves and blossoms symbolize the stages of the path toward enlightenment. The individual parts of each lotus is carved separately then joined in an arrangement and inserted in altar vessels.

This lovely Japanese antique gilt Lotus flower bouquet are early survivors, circa 1840, and are hard to find treasures that were originally placed on or around a temple altar.

This arrangement consists of three finely crafted, detailed, and gold lacquered lotus flowers and stems plus a bronze vase as photographed.

Their attractive original old patina is coupled with much of the original gilding remaining present on each stem – just the way we like to find them.

Dimensions: Height 18 inches height and 14 inches in width. Each single lotus flower cluster measures up to is 16 inches in height.

Provenance: acquired from a Kyoto Japanse monk and collector

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We have been dealing in fine authentic Japanese antiques including screens, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for many years. Our president personally travels to Japan each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique to ensure its old age, authenticity, and quality condition.