Description: This elegant lacquerware box is a fine example of Kishu Kuroe-nuri (紀州黒江塗), a traditional lacquerware craft originating from Kuroe, Wakayama Prefecture — one of Japan's most celebrated lacquerware production centres with a history spanning over 400 years. The piece features a deep, lustrous black lacquer (kuro-urushi) finish adorned with an exquisitely detailed maki-e (gold lacquer painting) motif of pine branches — a design named "Heisei Matsu" (平成松). The fine, hair-like lines of the pine needles are rendered with remarkable precision, creating a sense of quiet elegance characteristic of the finest Japanese craft tradition. This box was designed to hold postcards or letters , and functions beautifully as a desktop organiser or decorative keepsake box. Condition: Unused, excellent condition Material: Wood with urushi lacquer and maki-e gold decoration Dimensions: 22 cm (L) × 15.5 cm (W) × 3.9 cm (H) Origin: Kuroe, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan (Kishu Kuroe-nuri) Maker/Brand: 紀の国 (Kinokuni) — Creative Lacquerware Included: Original storage box and maker's leaflet NOITICE: The photos may show flowers, plants, pedestals, etc. as examples of decorations and interior design for illustrative purposes, but please note that these are not included in the product. The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL , FedEx or Japan Post depend on the situation. It takes about 10 days to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customs or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to us and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. We do appreciate for your kind cooperation.