Early 20th Century Japanese Export Dragon Desk & Stool karian_rug Works beautifully within traditional

Works beautifully within traditional

a celestial figure from Thai Buddhist tradition shown in a gesture of reverence

Atmospheric maritime oil painting depicting a solitary sailing vessel beneath moonlight

Base diameter 32cm

Desk height 70cm

Early 20th Century Japanese Export Dragon Desk & Stool karian_rug Works beautifully within traditionalA large and highly decorative carved hardwood desk with matching stool, dating to the early 20th century and very much in the spirit of the late Meiji Taish export period. An impressive and theatrical piece blending Japanese carving traditions with Western influence, likely produced for the European or American export market. The desk is richly adorned throughout with deeply carved dragons, geometric fretwork and textured lattice panels, all