Box - Japanese Lacquer Box with Cranes - paint

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Japanese lacquer box with a crane motif in black and gold, 17 cm high, 14.5 cm wide, 3.1 cm deep, dating to 1970–1980, with a blue fabric interior and good condition with age-related wear (one surface scratch).

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Japanese Lacquer Box (Crane Motif): Black and Gold Palette

This piece features a classic, high-gloss pure black finish throughout—warm and refined to the touch, it is both sleekly smooth and radiates a timeless, enduring beauty. The exterior of the box is adorned with hand-painted gold crane motifs; the brushwork outlines intricate and delicate lines that create a subtle three-dimensional effect, evoking an artistic ambiance that is at once elegant and majestic. Crafted with meticulous care using exquisite, traditional Japanese lacquer techniques, the interior of the box is lined with a single piece of soft blue fabric—providing not only non-slip protection to securely cradle its contents but also adding a touch of luxurious texture.

The crane symbolizes longevity—often associated with the auspicious idiom "Pine and Crane for a Long Life"—and also represents good fortune and prosperity.

Please Note: This piece exhibits normal signs of preservation and age-related wear consistent with its historical period; there is one visible scratch on the surface.

Japanese Lacquer Box (Crane Motif): Black and Gold Palette

This piece features a classic, high-gloss pure black finish throughout—warm and refined to the touch, it is both sleekly smooth and radiates a timeless, enduring beauty. The exterior of the box is adorned with hand-painted gold crane motifs; the brushwork outlines intricate and delicate lines that create a subtle three-dimensional effect, evoking an artistic ambiance that is at once elegant and majestic. Crafted with meticulous care using exquisite, traditional Japanese lacquer techniques, the interior of the box is lined with a single piece of soft blue fabric—providing not only non-slip protection to securely cradle its contents but also adding a touch of luxurious texture.

The crane symbolizes longevity—often associated with the auspicious idiom "Pine and Crane for a Long Life"—and also represents good fortune and prosperity.

Please Note: This piece exhibits normal signs of preservation and age-related wear consistent with its historical period; there is one visible scratch on the surface.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
paint
Model
Japanese Lacquer Box with Cranes
Style
Art Deco
Colour
Black, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
17 cm
Width
14.5 cm
Depth
3.1 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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Objects sold
Private

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