Box - Plastic - Lacquer-style Document Bo
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A Japanese lacquer-style document box (suzuribako) with a large golden phoenix motif, suitable as an inkstone box or decorative document box, made of plastic, with dimensions 29 cm high, 20.5 cm wide, 6.3 cm deep, and weighing 1005 g in good condition with minor signs of ageing.
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Product Description
A beautiful, traditional Japanese lacquer-style document box (or inkstone box) featuring a phoenix motif.
This is a beautiful box featuring a traditional Japanese design, suitable for use as an inkstone box (*suzuribako*) or a decorative document box.
The lid features a striking, large golden phoenix, surrounded by traditional Japanese decorative patterns.
The gold ornamentation stands out against the deep black, lacquer-style background, creating an atmosphere that is at once refined and opulent—evoking the high-quality aesthetic of Japanese art.
In East Asian art, the phoenix has long been regarded as a highly auspicious motif, symbolizing happiness, peace, prosperity, dignity, and good fortune.
An inkstone box is traditionally used to store calligraphy tools such as the inkstone, ink stick, brush, and water dropper. In Japan, these boxes are not merely storage containers; those featuring exquisite decoration are often appreciated as works of art and craft, reflecting a deep connection to Japanese calligraphy culture and aesthetics.
■ Box Dimensions
Height: 29 cm
Width: 20.5 cm
Depth: 6.3 cm
Weight: 1005 g
Condition: Shows minor scratches and signs of wear consistent with age.
Product Description
A beautiful, traditional Japanese lacquer-style document box (or inkstone box) featuring a phoenix motif.
This is a beautiful box featuring a traditional Japanese design, suitable for use as an inkstone box (*suzuribako*) or a decorative document box.
The lid features a striking, large golden phoenix, surrounded by traditional Japanese decorative patterns.
The gold ornamentation stands out against the deep black, lacquer-style background, creating an atmosphere that is at once refined and opulent—evoking the high-quality aesthetic of Japanese art.
In East Asian art, the phoenix has long been regarded as a highly auspicious motif, symbolizing happiness, peace, prosperity, dignity, and good fortune.
An inkstone box is traditionally used to store calligraphy tools such as the inkstone, ink stick, brush, and water dropper. In Japan, these boxes are not merely storage containers; those featuring exquisite decoration are often appreciated as works of art and craft, reflecting a deep connection to Japanese calligraphy culture and aesthetics.
■ Box Dimensions
Height: 29 cm
Width: 20.5 cm
Depth: 6.3 cm
Weight: 1005 g
Condition: Shows minor scratches and signs of wear consistent with age.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1005 g
Title additional information
Lacquer-style Document Bo
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Plastic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
29 cm
Width
20.5 cm
Depth
6.3 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970
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