Box - Wood - Wajima-nuri Maki-e Box
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Wooden Japanese Wajima-nuri lacquer maki-e box in black with gold detailing, dating to 1970–1980, 21 cm wide, 24 cm deep and 4.5 cm high, weighing about 500 g, featuring a front gold kamon crest, decorative cords with tassels, and an interior black lacquer with a gold rim; condition good with minor signs of ageing.
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Japanese Wajima-nuri Lacquer Maki-e Box with Auspicious Motifs
An elegant Japanese Wajima-nuri lacquer box decorated with detailed gold maki-e on a deep black lacquer ground.
The lid features a richly detailed traditional Japanese composition depicting pine and plum trees together with cranes and a turtle. These are highly auspicious motifs in Japanese culture, traditionally associated with longevity, good fortune and prosperity.
A Japanese family crest (kamon) is depicted in gold on the front of the box, adding further traditional character to the piece.
The box is accompanied by decorative braided cords with tassels, which beautifully complement the black and gold lacquer decoration.
The interior is finished in glossy black lacquer with a gold-coloured rim.
No artist’s signature, original storage box or certificate is included. The exact date of manufacture is unknown; the period stated in the listing is an approximate estimate based on the style and construction.
Dimensions:
Width: approx. 21 cm
Depth: approx. 24 cm
Height: approx. 4.5 cm
Weight: approx. 500 g
Condition:
Good vintage condition with minor scratches, surface marks and signs of age and use. Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an important part of the condition description.
A decorative Japanese lacquerware piece combining Wajima-nuri craftsmanship, gold maki-e, auspicious motifs and a traditional family crest.
The item will be carefully packed for international shipping.
Japanese Wajima-nuri Lacquer Maki-e Box with Auspicious Motifs
An elegant Japanese Wajima-nuri lacquer box decorated with detailed gold maki-e on a deep black lacquer ground.
The lid features a richly detailed traditional Japanese composition depicting pine and plum trees together with cranes and a turtle. These are highly auspicious motifs in Japanese culture, traditionally associated with longevity, good fortune and prosperity.
A Japanese family crest (kamon) is depicted in gold on the front of the box, adding further traditional character to the piece.
The box is accompanied by decorative braided cords with tassels, which beautifully complement the black and gold lacquer decoration.
The interior is finished in glossy black lacquer with a gold-coloured rim.
No artist’s signature, original storage box or certificate is included. The exact date of manufacture is unknown; the period stated in the listing is an approximate estimate based on the style and construction.
Dimensions:
Width: approx. 21 cm
Depth: approx. 24 cm
Height: approx. 4.5 cm
Weight: approx. 500 g
Condition:
Good vintage condition with minor scratches, surface marks and signs of age and use. Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an important part of the condition description.
A decorative Japanese lacquerware piece combining Wajima-nuri craftsmanship, gold maki-e, auspicious motifs and a traditional family crest.
The item will be carefully packed for international shipping.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
500 g
Specific region of origin
Wajima Ishikawa
Title additional information
Wajima-nuri Maki-e Box
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Colour
Black, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4.5 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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