Yamamoto Shunshō School

The Yamamoto Shunshō School was a prominent Japanese art school known for its mastery of lacquerware. The school's artisans, active from the 17th century, were renowned for their intricate designs and meticulous techniques. The imagery often featured delicate floral motifs, like the stylized blossoms adorning the box shown, painted in vibrant colors against a rich black lacquer background. Their works were highly prized by collectors and reflected the sophisticated aesthetic tastes of the Edo period.