Box - A finely carved red and black lacquer bento box - Wood, lacquer
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A Meiji period travel bento box in wood with red and black lacquer, measuring 39 cm high by 26.5 cm wide by 14 cm deep, featuring a double opening mechanism with drawers at the base and internal container columns, in good used condition with lacquer wear.
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Description from the seller
Travel bento box in lacquered wood, with an elegant and refined shape that recalls a small traditional Japanese cabinet.
It features a double opening, made possible by an ingenious retractable mechanism that is activated through the drawers at the base. These drawers not only serve as storage space but also as a key element to access the upper compartments.
Inside the cabinet there are columns of containers.
---The bento box is in good condition. There are signs of age on the lacquer with some losses and openings in the wood. Please refer to the images for further details.
--- We will pack your item with extreme care and entrust it to FedEx or DHL who will handle delivery within 1-3 days.
The certificate of authenticity, completed by Luca Mastromauro, expert in Japanese art, will be delivered to the buyer. ---
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Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
Translated by Google TranslateTravel bento box in lacquered wood, with an elegant and refined shape that recalls a small traditional Japanese cabinet.
It features a double opening, made possible by an ingenious retractable mechanism that is activated through the drawers at the base. These drawers not only serve as storage space but also as a key element to access the upper compartments.
Inside the cabinet there are columns of containers.
---The bento box is in good condition. There are signs of age on the lacquer with some losses and openings in the wood. Please refer to the images for further details.
--- We will pack your item with extreme care and entrust it to FedEx or DHL who will handle delivery within 1-3 days.
The certificate of authenticity, completed by Luca Mastromauro, expert in Japanese art, will be delivered to the buyer. ---
730
Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
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Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
Japan
Material
lacquer, Wood
Model
A finely carved red and black lacquer bento box
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (late 19th century)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
39 cm
Width
26.5 cm
Depth
14 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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