Elegant Lacquer Document Box (bunko) is by Zohiko - 20th century
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Elegant lacquer document box (bunko) by Zohiko from Kyoto, 6 cm high, 23 cm wide, 30 cm deep, in excellent condition, with its original wooden storage box (tomobako).
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Item Description:
This elegant lacquer document box (bunko) is by Zohiko, a prestigious luxury lacquerware house from Kyoto, founded in 1661. It showcases the pure craftsmanship of traditional Japanese lacquerware.
Sized to comfortably hold A4-format letters, documents, or a calligraphy (shodo) writing set, this box combines practical storage with refined Japanese design sensibility. It is offered together with its original wooden storage box (tomobako).
A finely made, functional piece of traditional Japanese craft from the historic Kyoto Zohiko workshop, with over 360 years of history — equally at home as a decorative object or a practical writing/document box.
Size:
Height: 6 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 30 cm
Weight:
761 g / 0.761 kg
Condition:
The piece shows scuffs characteristic of lacquerware; such wear marks develop naturally through everyday use and the passage of time. Overall it remains in beautiful, well-preserved condition. The accompanying wooden storage box (tomobako) shows some age-related wear from long-term storage.
Artist Profile:
Zohiko (象彦) is a prestigious luxury lacquerware house established in Kyoto in 1661 (Kanbun 1), one of the most highly regarded lacquer workshops in Japan. For over 360 years, Zohiko has produced fine urushi lacquerware — from tableware to decorative boxes — combining traditional techniques handed down through generations of master craftsmen with refined, understated design. As one of Japan's foremost lacquer brands, Zohiko pieces are prized both for everyday use and as collectible examples of Kyoto's traditional Japanese craft heritage.
Shipping Note:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post depending on the situation.
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 Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you for customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you can answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it will cost double the shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Item Description:
This elegant lacquer document box (bunko) is by Zohiko, a prestigious luxury lacquerware house from Kyoto, founded in 1661. It showcases the pure craftsmanship of traditional Japanese lacquerware.
Sized to comfortably hold A4-format letters, documents, or a calligraphy (shodo) writing set, this box combines practical storage with refined Japanese design sensibility. It is offered together with its original wooden storage box (tomobako).
A finely made, functional piece of traditional Japanese craft from the historic Kyoto Zohiko workshop, with over 360 years of history — equally at home as a decorative object or a practical writing/document box.
Size:
Height: 6 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 30 cm
Weight:
761 g / 0.761 kg
Condition:
The piece shows scuffs characteristic of lacquerware; such wear marks develop naturally through everyday use and the passage of time. Overall it remains in beautiful, well-preserved condition. The accompanying wooden storage box (tomobako) shows some age-related wear from long-term storage.
Artist Profile:
Zohiko (象彦) is a prestigious luxury lacquerware house established in Kyoto in 1661 (Kanbun 1), one of the most highly regarded lacquer workshops in Japan. For over 360 years, Zohiko has produced fine urushi lacquerware — from tableware to decorative boxes — combining traditional techniques handed down through generations of master craftsmen with refined, understated design. As one of Japan's foremost lacquer brands, Zohiko pieces are prized both for everyday use and as collectible examples of Kyoto's traditional Japanese craft heritage.
Shipping Note:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post depending on the situation.
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 Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you for customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you can answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it will cost double the shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Height
6 cm
Width
23 cm
Title of artwork
Elegant Lacquer Document Box (bunko) is by Zohiko
Depth
30 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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