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Japanese chest

Dimensions
93.0 x 59.0 cm
This chest is an example of the combination of Japanese techniques and materials with Western-style furniture. Namban lacquer work is characterised by gold maki-e lacquer on a black lacquer ground, inlaid with of mother-of-pearl shell with gilt-metal fittings. The decoration displays animals and flowers. Beautiful Namban artworks were imported into Spain and Europe up to 1639. Travel chests, portable altars, jewellery boxes, lecterns and small chests were made and used as reliquaries or Eucharistic monstrances.

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What level of contrast does "Japanese chest" by Japanese Workshop Lacquer show?

"Japanese chest" by Japanese Workshop Lacquer shows a statement contrast between its light and dark areas.

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Who is the author of "Japanese chest", and in which movement?

Behind "Japanese chest" stand Japanese Workshop Lacquer and the Namban Style movement.

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