Beautiful Wajima-nuri Lacquerware "Chinkin" Document Tray by Yonenaga – Spectacular "Matsu" (Pine) Gold Inlay, with Original Signed Tomobako Box 【Description】 An exceptional masterpiece of museum-grade Japanese lacquerware. This is a remarkably preserved, unused "Temoto-bako" (luxury executive document tray) crafted in Wajima, the historic capital of Japan’s finest Urushi art, by the highly acclaimed workshop Urushi-gei Yonenaga. Wajima-nuri is internationally celebrated for its ultimate durability, requiring over a hundred meticulous steps, and its flawless, mirror-like black finish.[The Superb Art of Chinkin (Gold Inlay)]The highlight of this piece is the spectacular Chinkin (沈金) decoration depicting a majestic pine tree (Matsu), a traditional symbol of longevity and resilience. Unlike surface painting, Chinkin is an incredibly difficult elite technique where the master artisan carves microscopic lines into the hardened lacquer using specialized chisels, then infuses the grooves with precious gold leaf and colored pigments. The precision of the pine needles and the subtle green-to-gold gradient showcase the absolute zenith of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. [Versatile Executive Luxury] According to the workshop's original institutional note included in this lot, this tray is traditionally designed for sophisticated organization. It serves as a magnificent luxury interior display, a functional executive tray for fountain pens and stationary, or an elite valet tray to organize luxury watches, smartphones, wallets, and name-card holders. [Condition & Authenticity] This item is in Excellent vintage condition. While it is entirely unused and retains its gorgeous original mirror-like luster, please note that there are minor superficial storage scuffs/faint marks on the inner sides and corners due to decades of storage, as clearly shown in the close-up photos.It has been meticulously preserved as a complete original set:Reverse side features the authentic golden signature of the workshop: "うるし芸 米永" (Urushi-gei Yonenaga). Original signed wooden box (Tomobako) with master calligraphy reading "松沈金 手許箱" (Pine Chinkin Document Tray).Original protective yellow Ukon cloth and original institutional user guide. [Specifications & Dimensions] Tray Dimensions: 29.0 × 21.0 × 5.5 cmT ray Net Weight: 650g Total Shipping Weight (with original wooden box): 850g (+ outer packaging) A true crown jewel for any serious collector of elite Asian Art or luxury Japanese craftsmanship who appreciates authentic patina and honest condition reporting. Shipping secure protective materials to ensure safe international transportation. We take pride in careful packaging and prompt shipping so that the item arrives in the best possible condition. Import duties and taxes imposed in the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer, in accordance with international shipping regulations.