Japanese maki-e lacquerware three-layer box - A lustro (ceramic) - Japan - 20th century

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Selected by Marion Oliviero

This is a traditional Japanese maki-e lacquerware three-tiered box, a common food container in Japanese cuisine, and also usable as a storage box. The box is crafted with black lacquer using the maki-e technique, adorned with elegant calla lily patterns and accented with gold and colored powder. The patterns on the lid and body echo these motifs, featuring soft, delicate lines and subtle colors. The lacquer finish is glossy and lustrous, a typical example of Japanese lacquerware craftsmanship, combining durability and aesthetic appeal.

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Japanese maki-e lacquerware three-layer box - A lustro (ceramic) - Japan - 20th century

This is a traditional Japanese maki-e lacquerware three-tiered box, a common food container in Japanese cuisine, and also usable as a storage box. The box is crafted with black lacquer using the maki-e technique, adorned with elegant calla lily patterns and accented with gold and colored powder. The patterns on the lid and body echo these motifs, featuring soft, delicate lines and subtle colors.

The lacquer finish is glossy and lustrous, a typical example of Japanese lacquerware craftsmanship, combining durability and aesthetic appeal.

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Selected by Marion Oliviero

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