Letter box - Hand-painted document box（文箱） - Aizu Nuri (会津塗) - 1990-2000 - Clematis Gold Maki-e
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Aizu-nuri lacquered black fubako (hand-painted document box) by Shunpō, featuring a Clematis (Tessen) maki-e design on a deep urushi ground, with dimensions approximately 20 × 15 × 3 cm and original tomobako, Japan, 1990–2000, in excellent condition.
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ItItem Description
An elegant Aizu lacquerware (Aizu-nuri) fubako (letter/document box) by Shunpō (春峰作), beautifully decorated with a graceful Tessen (Clematis) design executed in maki-e on a deep black urushi lacquer ground.
Aizu-nuri, produced in Fukushima Prefecture, is one of Japan's most celebrated lacquerware traditions, renowned for its durable lacquer finish and refined decorative techniques. This piece exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship associated with this historic tradition.
The flowing vine and blossom are rendered with refined gold and soft color gradations, creating a sophisticated and understated composition. The flower is further accented with an iridescent inlay at its center, adding depth and brilliance to the design. A red artist's seal is incorporated into the decoration, completing the composition.
The interior is finished in glossy black lacquer, emphasizing the clean and elegant appearance.
The size is ideal for storing postcards, letters, photographs, or other small documents, making it both decorative and functional.
The box is accompanied by its original tomobako (signed wooden storage box), which is inscribed with the maker's name Shunpō (春峰作) and identifies the piece as traditional Aizu lacquerware.
The lacquer surface remains glossy and presents well. Please examine the photographs carefully for the overall condition and signs of age and use.
Size
Approx. 20 × 15 × 3 cm
(Please refer to the ruler in the photographs for confirmation.)
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
ItItem Description
An elegant Aizu lacquerware (Aizu-nuri) fubako (letter/document box) by Shunpō (春峰作), beautifully decorated with a graceful Tessen (Clematis) design executed in maki-e on a deep black urushi lacquer ground.
Aizu-nuri, produced in Fukushima Prefecture, is one of Japan's most celebrated lacquerware traditions, renowned for its durable lacquer finish and refined decorative techniques. This piece exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship associated with this historic tradition.
The flowing vine and blossom are rendered with refined gold and soft color gradations, creating a sophisticated and understated composition. The flower is further accented with an iridescent inlay at its center, adding depth and brilliance to the design. A red artist's seal is incorporated into the decoration, completing the composition.
The interior is finished in glossy black lacquer, emphasizing the clean and elegant appearance.
The size is ideal for storing postcards, letters, photographs, or other small documents, making it both decorative and functional.
The box is accompanied by its original tomobako (signed wooden storage box), which is inscribed with the maker's name Shunpō (春峰作) and identifies the piece as traditional Aizu lacquerware.
The lacquer surface remains glossy and presents well. Please examine the photographs carefully for the overall condition and signs of age and use.
Size
Approx. 20 × 15 × 3 cm
(Please refer to the ruler in the photographs for confirmation.)
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Hand-painted document box（文箱）
Title additional information
Clematis Gold Maki-e
Number of objects
1
Material
Lacquered wood
Country of origin
Japan
Designer/artist/maker
Aizu Nuri (会津塗)
Colour
Black
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
20 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
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