Box - Wood - Hand-Carved Kamakura-bori

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Product Description

Kamakura-bori Mini Chest - Wooden - Showa Period (1926-1989)

This vintage, four-drawer wooden chest is a beautiful example of Kamakura-bori, a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique known for its deep carvings and bold color contrasts. Crafted from solid wood, the vibrant red and black lacquered surface is intricately hand-carved with bamboo motifs and honeycomb patterns, creating visual depth and tactile sensations.

This small chest is perfect for storing jewelry, writing implements, mementos, and more, adding a sophisticated touch to vintage and Japanese-style interiors.

Dimensions:

Height: 25.0cm
Width: 23.0cm
Depth: 23.0cm
Weight: 1892g

Condition: Good

Product Description

Kamakura-bori Mini Chest - Wooden - Showa Period (1926-1989)

This vintage, four-drawer wooden chest is a beautiful example of Kamakura-bori, a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique known for its deep carvings and bold color contrasts. Crafted from solid wood, the vibrant red and black lacquered surface is intricately hand-carved with bamboo motifs and honeycomb patterns, creating visual depth and tactile sensations.

This small chest is perfect for storing jewelry, writing implements, mementos, and more, adding a sophisticated touch to vintage and Japanese-style interiors.

Dimensions:

Height: 25.0cm
Width: 23.0cm
Depth: 23.0cm
Weight: 1892g

Condition: Good

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
1892 g
Title additional information
Hand-Carved Kamakura-bori
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
25 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
23 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
JapanVerified
202
Objects sold
96.23%
Private

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