Box - Wood - Peony lacquer ware urushi
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Description from the seller
■ Traditional Craft: High-quality Japanese wooden lacquerware box, known as "Bunko" (平文庫 / Document Box).
■ Stunning Design: Features a glossy black lacquer (Kuro-urushi) finish with a vibrant blooming peony (Botan), symbolizing wealth and nobility.
■ Luxurious Interior: Lined with rich red velvet, perfect for storing jewelry, watches, letters, or daily essentials.
■ Original Packaging: Includes the original presentation box with the Japanese label "特撰 木製漆器 / 平文庫 牡丹".[Dimensions & Materials]
■ Outer Height: 4.7 cm
■ Inner Depth: 4.2 cm
■ Inner Length: 28.3 cm
■ Inner Width: 21.0 cm
■ Material: Natural wood (Body) / Traditional lacquer (Finish) / Velvet (Lining).
[Condition]
■ Body: Excellent vintage condition with a brilliant, mirror-like lacquer gloss and no major scratches.
■ Interior: Very clean, excellent shape with no noticeable wear.
■ Original Box: Shows minor vintage storage wear but is perfectly intact.
■ Note: Please review all photos with the measuring tape for exact details.
■ Traditional Craft: High-quality Japanese wooden lacquerware box, known as "Bunko" (平文庫 / Document Box).
■ Stunning Design: Features a glossy black lacquer (Kuro-urushi) finish with a vibrant blooming peony (Botan), symbolizing wealth and nobility.
■ Luxurious Interior: Lined with rich red velvet, perfect for storing jewelry, watches, letters, or daily essentials.
■ Original Packaging: Includes the original presentation box with the Japanese label "特撰 木製漆器 / 平文庫 牡丹".[Dimensions & Materials]
■ Outer Height: 4.7 cm
■ Inner Depth: 4.2 cm
■ Inner Length: 28.3 cm
■ Inner Width: 21.0 cm
■ Material: Natural wood (Body) / Traditional lacquer (Finish) / Velvet (Lining).
[Condition]
■ Body: Excellent vintage condition with a brilliant, mirror-like lacquer gloss and no major scratches.
■ Interior: Very clean, excellent shape with no noticeable wear.
■ Original Box: Shows minor vintage storage wear but is perfectly intact.
■ Note: Please review all photos with the measuring tape for exact details.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1650 g
Title additional information
Peony lacquer ware urushi
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
28 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
4.7 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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