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Soporte japonés de espada tachi de laca, de Edo a Meiji, con paisaje en maki-e de estilo espiral de concha, 64 cm
Soporte japonés de espada tachi de laca, de Edo a Meiji, con paisaje en maki-e de estilo espiral de concha, 64 cm
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Made for the formal display of a tachi, this stand unfolds a landscape in spiral shell-style maki-e across deep lacquer: layered terrain, foliage and rhythmic forms rendered with confident decorative control. Its play of light and texture lifts a functional support into pictorial lacquer art.
The Piece
The stand was created for the tachi, the long sword traditionally worn edge-down by mounted samurai. Executed in deep lacquer and embellished with spiral shell-style maki-e, its surface unfolds as a landscape composition of layered terrain, foliage and rhythmic forms.
The spiral shell technique creates a subtle play of light and texture. Landscape imagery of this kind reflects cultivated taste, referencing the harmony between human presence and nature, a favored theme in late Edo to Meiji decorative objects.
Structurally the stand presents an elegant vertical line: a tall upright terminating in a crossbar designed to hold a mounted tachi securely, rising from a broad base that anchors the visual weight of the composition. Decoration across both base and upright confirms it was conceived as display furniture rather than storage, and it occupies a high register of decorative arms furniture, compelling as a standalone lacquer work or as a dramatic stage for a mounted blade.
Details
- Type: Tachi sword display stand
- Era: Edo to Meiji period (as represented)
- Origin: Japan
- Material: Lacquered wood (urushi finish)
- Decoration: Spiral shell-style maki-e landscape
- Measurements: Height approx. 64 cm · width approx. 20.5 cm · depth approx. 26 cm
Condition
Age-related wear consistent with an antique lacquer object, part of the stand's historical life and character.
Authenticity & Care
Dating and technique are assessed from the visible lacquer finish, decorative approach and construction form; no maker inscription or documented provenance is provided. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.
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