Lot 311-183-PF048-S3: 'The Four Seasons' - Set of Four Vietnamese Lacquer Panels with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Vietnam, 1970s.
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The Four Seasons' - Set of Four Vietnamese Lacquer Panels with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Vietnam, 1970s.
This decorative set of four Vietnamese lacquer panels represents the traditional theme of The Four Seasons, a subject frequently depicted in Southeast Asian decorative arts. Each vertical panel portrays a distinct seasonal landscape, characterized by a different tree or plant species and accompanied by animal life.
The compositions feature finely rendered natural scenes, with variations in flora and fauna distinguishing each season. Two panels include butterflies, while the other two depict birds, each rendered with subtle individual differences rather than repetition. These motifs symbolize cyclical change, renewal, and harmony with nature.
Executed in lacquer on wood, the panels are enriched with mother-of-pearl inlay, whose iridescent surface contrasts elegantly with the deep black lacquered ground. Gilt paint accents further enhance the visual richness of the scenes, highlighting branches, foliage, and natural details. The combination of glossy lacquer, shimmering inlay, and gold-toned accents creates a refined decorative effect characteristic of Vietnamese lacquer work from the mid- to late 20th century.
Such sets were often produced for both domestic interiors and export markets during the 1960s–1970s, drawing upon traditional iconography while adapting to contemporary decorative tastes. The panels function equally well as individual decorative elements or as a complete ensemble, emphasizing continuity and seasonal progression. Dimensions each Panel: Height 49 Width 19 cm.
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