Japan, 18th-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)The mirror stand with two large drawers is lacquered in roiro with gold hiramaki-e floral and scrolling vine designs. The upright section which holds the mirror is fitted with gilt metal and a central kiri mon.HEIGHT 63.5 cmCondition: Good, worn condition with scattered losses, splits, and wear to lacquer.Provenance: Hungarian private collection.Literature comparison:Sets like these were commissioned as bridal trousseaux for members of daimyo and other senior samurai families. Compare with another Kyodai mirror stand in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Texas, Accession Number 2006.388.1.