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Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347197
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347198
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347199
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347200
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347201
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347202
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347203
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347204
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347206
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - 347207
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Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century

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This wall-mounted letter holder is a distinctive example of early 20th-century Japonisme, crafted from wood and finished with a deep, glossy black lacquer. The surface features a richly detailed, multicolored transfer-printed scene, hand-embellished in gold, ochre, muted green, and subtle red. The composition depicts elegant figures in traditional kimonos traveling in dragon-headed boats, accompanied by musicians and villagers, set against stylized water and reeds, all framed by an ornate, scalloped crest. The lacquered finish is highly reflective, giving the piece a mirror-like sheen, while gentle abrasions and a fine patina highlight its authentic age. The construction is robust, with a single compartment for letters or papers and visible side joints. Overall condition is very good – natural wear and color variations add to its historical presence.This letter holder captures the spirit of the belle époque, when European interiors dreamed of distant Japan. Its form and decoration tell a story of fascination with the exotic – a glimpse of color, light, and rhythm from a faraway shore. The lacquer reflects its surroundings like a quiet pool, while the genre scene seems to momentarily pause the vibrant day on a Japanese coast.This wall-mounted letter holder could be paired with other Orientalist or classic European accents to highlight the dialogue between epochs. It would work well in a living room, study, or library – hung on a neutral wall, surrounded by dark woods, simple shelving, or light botanical prints. One could combine it with a single piece of art deco ceramics or minimalist frames to create a subtle collectors' statement with a strong narrative thread.Dimensions: 27 × 24 × 6 cm. Materials: wood, lacquer. Technique: lacquer finish, transfer decoration with hand embellishment. Condition:
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Height27 cm
Wall Letter Holder, Japonisme, black, wood lacquer, early 20th century - DIMENSION
Length24 cm
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  • Height27 cm
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