【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 Delve into the elegance of the Edo period with this meticulously hand-carved Suzuribako (inkstone box), a distinctive piece shaped like a boat. This wooden treasure houses an inkstone and two unique brushes resembling stalks of grass. The lid is adorned with a figurine of a man in repose, bringing a sense of tranquility and narrative to the piece. Please note, the water dropper is missing, and while not shown in the photos, a silk cloth accompanies the item. This antique shows signs of its storied past with wear, minor scratches, stains, and some loss of lacquer indicative of age. There has been a repair on a section of the lid. For a detailed examination of its condition, please refer to the accompanying photographs. This Suzuribako is not only a functional writing instrument but also a captivating slice of Japanese history, awaiting a new chapter with a discerning collector. Dimensions: approx. H 7.5 cm W 27.5cm D 13 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!