Japanese Lacquerware Calligraphy Set - Ryuho(隆峯) - Box - Wood, Kishu Lacquerware - Gold Maki-e

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A Japanese Kishu lacquerware calligraphy set storage box by Ryūhō (隆峯), with gold maki-e cranes on the exterior and a gold Nashiji interior, dating from the 1980s, Wakayama Prefecture; dimensions 26 × 33 × 12.5 cm and weight 2200 g.

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This exquisite calligraphy set storage box is a fine example of Kishu lacquerware, a traditional craft from Wakayama Prefecture known for its beautiful lacquer finish.

The exterior is beautifully decorated with gold maki-e featuring elegant cranes (Tsuru) with gold accents. The interior is finished with a luxurious gold Nashiji lacquer. This piece was created by Ryūhō (隆峯).

Details

* Material: Urushi lacquer, Gold maki-e, Gold powder
* Techniques: Gold maki-e, Gold Nashiji interior
* Design: Cranes (Tsuru)
* Type: Calligraphy set storage box
* Maker: Ryūhō (隆峯)
* Origin: Kishu lacquerware

Dimensions & Weight

* Approx. 10.24 × 12.99 × 4.92 in
* Weight: approx. 4.85 lb

Condition

New. The storage box is included but shows some fading due to age. Please carefully check the photos before purchase.

Packaging & Shipping

The item will be carefully packed using protective materials for safe international shipping. It will be shipped with tracking and insurance to ensure it arrives in the condition described.

This exquisite calligraphy set storage box is a fine example of Kishu lacquerware, a traditional craft from Wakayama Prefecture known for its beautiful lacquer finish.

The exterior is beautifully decorated with gold maki-e featuring elegant cranes (Tsuru) with gold accents. The interior is finished with a luxurious gold Nashiji lacquer. This piece was created by Ryūhō (隆峯).

Details

* Material: Urushi lacquer, Gold maki-e, Gold powder
* Techniques: Gold maki-e, Gold Nashiji interior
* Design: Cranes (Tsuru)
* Type: Calligraphy set storage box
* Maker: Ryūhō (隆峯)
* Origin: Kishu lacquerware

Dimensions & Weight

* Approx. 10.24 × 12.99 × 4.92 in
* Weight: approx. 4.85 lb

Condition

New. The storage box is included but shows some fading due to age. Please carefully check the photos before purchase.

Packaging & Shipping

The item will be carefully packed using protective materials for safe international shipping. It will be shipped with tracking and insurance to ensure it arrives in the condition described.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
2200 g
Specific region of origin
Wakayama Prefecture
Title additional information
Gold Maki-e
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Manufacturer/brand
Japanese Lacquerware Calligraphy Set
Material
Kishu Lacquerware, Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Ryuho(隆峯)
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
12.5 cm
Width
26 cm
Depth
33 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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