From our recent Japanese acquisitions, a rare find

Antique Original Japanese Pair (2) temple altar lotus bouquets in their original as found barkwood display bases, including ten (12) lotus flower stems. Each hand carved wood and lacquered gold stem was made for a Buddhist 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 pair of Japanese antique gilt Lotus flower bouquets with their original barkwood display bases are early survivors, circa 1840, and are hard to find treasures that were originally placed on or around a temple altar.

Each original barkwood altar box includes a bouquet arrangement consisting of five finely crafted, detailed, and gold lacquered lotus flowers and stems, so ten (12) stems are included in all.

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

Dimensions: Height of each bouquet including the original barkwood vessel box measures up to 23 inches height and 16 inches in width. Each single lotus flower cluster measures up to is 19 inches in height.

Provenance: acquired from a Kyoto Japanese 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.