【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 We present an exquisite Japanese Buddhist altar (butsudan) from the Showa period. This butsudan features a striking black lacquer finish complemented by gold powder lacquered interiors, exuding an aura of reverence and tradition. The central lock mechanism secures the elaborately detailed doors, which open to reveal intricate carvings of individuals beneath cherry blossom trees and various ornamental elements. Notably, there is some damage to the carvings, with parts missing or detached, highlighting its authentic vintage character. Inside, the butsudan houses a sacred space with hanging lanterns, traditionally lit, although the electrical functionality was not verified at the time of listing. Below, the artistry continues with relief carvings of cherry blossoms and birds. Additional storage is provided by sliding doors decorated with lotus flowers, indicative of purity in Buddhist symbolism, and a shallow drawer for ritual implements, showing signs of wear such as stains, indicative of its age and use. The altar stands on a sturdy base with additional 2 top drawers, a large bottom drawer and a pull-out table. This butsudan bears marks of time with visible wear, some stains, tarnish to metal fixtures, small scratches, and some tears in the internal door(Upper left part). Please refer to the photos for a comprehensive condition check. Shipping will utilize FedEx's heavy item special discounted service. Availability of this service varies depending on the postal code and municipality of the destination. If the service is not available, shipping will be through regular service, and additional shipping fees will apply. I kindly ask for your understanding and acceptance. Overall Dimensions: approx. H 120 cm W 53 cm D 41 cm Dimensions without Stand: approx. H 82.5 cm W 52 cm D 41 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!