Rectangular Tray, Flowering plant design in carved black lacquer (detail), Southern Song dynasty, 13th century
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 9
April 12, 2016 (Tue) - July 10, 2016 (Sun)
This part introduces the various methods and designs in Chinese lacquerware. Lacquerware is a form of decorative art made by applying lacquer sap on vessels and utensils, a practice which developed widely in China, Japan, Korea, and the Southeast Asian regions, in techniques and designs unique to each area. China, in particular, has a history of lacquerware of as long as 7000 years.
Current exhibit includes:
Rectangular Tray, Flowering plant design in carved black lacquer, Southern Song dynasty, 13th century
Covered Box, Pine, bamboo, and plum tree design in colored lacquer inlay, Ming dynasty, Xuande era (1426-35)
Covered Box with Pointed Foliate Rim, Black lacquer, Yuan dynasty, 14th century