Japanese Chest Sells For Millions: lost Mazarin treasure used as TV stand; now at Rijksmuseum
A remarkable 17th-century Japanese lacquer chest was unearthed in a South Kensington residence after many years of obscurity. Initially appraised at €200,000, this stunning artifact created quite a stir at an auction held in France. Previously owned by Cardinal Jules Mazarin and brought to France via a warship, its final…
The Times of India ·