Hand-Painted Floral and Bird - Box - Wood

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Five antique Japanese lacquered wooden boxes with hand-painted floral and bird motifs, dating to the early 20th century, the largest measuring 30 cm × 10.5 cm × 8 cm, in fair antique condition with age-related wear and lacquer losses and missing elements; no keys.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Lacquered Decorative Boxes Collection – Hand-Painted Floral and Bird Motifs

An attractive collection of five antique Japanese lacquered boxes, dating from the early 20th century. Each piece showcases traditional hand-painted decoration featuring birds, flowers, foliage, and nature-inspired motifs, reflecting the refined aesthetic of Japanese decorative arts. The ensemble displays a rich palette of red, black, gold, and polychrome lacquer finishes, offering strong decorative appeal both individually and as a group.

Crafted from wood and finished with lacquer, these boxes illustrate the delicate craftsmanship associated with Japanese export and domestic decorative objects of the period. Several examples bear decorative inscriptions or signatures, enhancing their authenticity and cultural character. The varied designs, from elegant songbirds among blossoms to stylized floral compositions, make this collection particularly appealing to collectors of Asian art and lacquerware.

Origin: Japan
Period: Early 20th century
Materials: Wood, lacquer, hand-painted decoration

Dimensions:

Largest box: 30 cm × 10.5 cm × 8 cm (11.81 × 4.13 × 3.15 in)

Smallest box: 15 cm × 12 cm × 4.5 cm (5.91 × 4.72 × 1.77 in)


Condition: Presented in fair antique condition with visible age-related wear, scratches, losses to the lacquer, surface abrasions, and missing elements. No keys are present. The condition is consistent with age and use and contributes to the authentic character of the collection. Please refer carefully to the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.

A charming and decorative group of Japanese lacquer boxes, ideal for collectors, interior decorators, or enthusiasts of Asian antiques and traditional craftsmanship.

Early 20th Century Japanese Lacquered Decorative Boxes Collection – Hand-Painted Floral and Bird Motifs

An attractive collection of five antique Japanese lacquered boxes, dating from the early 20th century. Each piece showcases traditional hand-painted decoration featuring birds, flowers, foliage, and nature-inspired motifs, reflecting the refined aesthetic of Japanese decorative arts. The ensemble displays a rich palette of red, black, gold, and polychrome lacquer finishes, offering strong decorative appeal both individually and as a group.

Crafted from wood and finished with lacquer, these boxes illustrate the delicate craftsmanship associated with Japanese export and domestic decorative objects of the period. Several examples bear decorative inscriptions or signatures, enhancing their authenticity and cultural character. The varied designs, from elegant songbirds among blossoms to stylized floral compositions, make this collection particularly appealing to collectors of Asian art and lacquerware.

Origin: Japan
Period: Early 20th century
Materials: Wood, lacquer, hand-painted decoration

Dimensions:

Largest box: 30 cm × 10.5 cm × 8 cm (11.81 × 4.13 × 3.15 in)

Smallest box: 15 cm × 12 cm × 4.5 cm (5.91 × 4.72 × 1.77 in)


Condition: Presented in fair antique condition with visible age-related wear, scratches, losses to the lacquer, surface abrasions, and missing elements. No keys are present. The condition is consistent with age and use and contributes to the authentic character of the collection. Please refer carefully to the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.

A charming and decorative group of Japanese lacquer boxes, ideal for collectors, interior decorators, or enthusiasts of Asian antiques and traditional craftsmanship.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Japan
Manufacturer/brand
Hand-Painted Floral and Bird
Material
Wood
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
8 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Estimated period
1900-1940
FranceVerified
1036
Objects sold
98.45%
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