【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】 Behold a piece of Japanese culinary history: an Edo period lacquered “nodate” bento box set, crafted with the traditional nashiji and maki-e techniques. This antique set was once a centerpiece for outdoor tea ceremonies during Hanami (flower viewing) and other cultural festivities, where sharing a meal was a communal, cherished experience. The set is composed of a handled base, a stack of four tiered boxes with a lid, a matching flask, and a slide-in compartment for cutlery, encapsulating the practical elegance of Japanese design. Each box is adorned with nashiji, known for its pear skin-like texture, giving the surface a lustrous, speckled effect that resembles the night sky - a testament to the artisan's skill and the owner's prestige. The maki-e technique comes to life with the floral motifs gracefully painted on the boxes. Maki-e is the art of using gold or silver dust to create patterns on lacquered surfaces, and here, it features classic Japanese flora. These motifs are not merely decorative; they are symbolic, representing nature's beauty and impermanence, themes deeply rooted in Japanese aesthetics. This set, with its deep brown hues and glints of gold, carries the marks of time - the lacquer has been retouched, and there are slight scratches, chips, and signs of wear, as detailed in the photographs. These imperfections narrate the set's journey through time, adding character and authenticity to this historical artifact. Dimensions: approx. H 24.5 cm W 27 cm L 9.3 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!