Box - Wood, 漆Urushi - 螺鈿Raden
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Japanese wooden box with Urushi lacquer and raden inlay, lid featuring two cranes among clouds and waves, interior red lacquer, dimensions 33.5 cm high by 24 cm wide by 8 cm deep, weight 0.9 kg, dating to 1960–1980, in good vintage condition.
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Japanese Crane Decorative Box – Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Urushi Lacquer, Handcrafted, Vintage
Shipping method: DHL Express
A large Japanese decorative box crafted from natural wood and finished with Traditional Japanese Urushi Lacquer, featuring an elaborate raden-style mother-of-pearl inlay design.
The lid is decorated with two cranes surrounded by stylized clouds, waves, rocks, and landscape motifs. The finely cut shell pieces display beautiful iridescent tones of white, gold, green, pink, and blue depending on the angle of the light. The contrasting black ground and deep reddish-brown wood-grain-style lacquer create an elegant and dramatic appearance.
The interior is finished in a vivid red lacquer tone, providing a striking contrast with the dark exterior.
This generously sized box can be used as a jewelry box, document box, keepsake box, accessory storage box, or decorative interior piece. The crane motif is a traditional and highly recognizable element of Japanese decorative art.
A beautiful example of Japanese decorative craftsmanship combining lacquerwork and shell inlay.
Size
Height: 33.5 cm
Width: 24 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Weight
900 g / 0.9 kg
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use, including light surface marks and wear. Please carefully examine the photographs for the detailed condition of the lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlay.
Seller's Story
I am a Japanese seller based in Yamaguchi, specializing in traditional Japanese crafts, antiques, and decorative art.
I personally source items from old Japanese warehouses, local antique markets, and private collections.
All items are carefully photographed and described to show their true condition.
I enjoy sharing authentic Japanese culture with collectors around the world.
Japanese Crane Decorative Box – Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, Urushi Lacquer, Handcrafted, Vintage
Shipping method: DHL Express
A large Japanese decorative box crafted from natural wood and finished with Traditional Japanese Urushi Lacquer, featuring an elaborate raden-style mother-of-pearl inlay design.
The lid is decorated with two cranes surrounded by stylized clouds, waves, rocks, and landscape motifs. The finely cut shell pieces display beautiful iridescent tones of white, gold, green, pink, and blue depending on the angle of the light. The contrasting black ground and deep reddish-brown wood-grain-style lacquer create an elegant and dramatic appearance.
The interior is finished in a vivid red lacquer tone, providing a striking contrast with the dark exterior.
This generously sized box can be used as a jewelry box, document box, keepsake box, accessory storage box, or decorative interior piece. The crane motif is a traditional and highly recognizable element of Japanese decorative art.
A beautiful example of Japanese decorative craftsmanship combining lacquerwork and shell inlay.
Size
Height: 33.5 cm
Width: 24 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Weight
900 g / 0.9 kg
Condition
Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use, including light surface marks and wear. Please carefully examine the photographs for the detailed condition of the lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlay.
Seller's Story
I am a Japanese seller based in Yamaguchi, specializing in traditional Japanese crafts, antiques, and decorative art.
I personally source items from old Japanese warehouses, local antique markets, and private collections.
All items are carefully photographed and described to show their true condition.
I enjoy sharing authentic Japanese culture with collectors around the world.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
900 g
Title additional information
螺鈿Raden
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
漆Urushi, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
33.5 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980
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