This item comes with free shipping, so you can purchase it at a great value. This is an elegant piece from Yamanaka lacquerware, a renowned traditional craft of Kaga City in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. With a history of approximately 450 years, Yamanaka lacquerware is known as “Kiji no Yamanaka” (Yamanaka for its wooden bases) and is celebrated nationwide for its outstanding lathe-turning techniques. Together with Wajima-nuri and Kanazawa lacquerware, it forms one of the three major lacquerware-producing regions of Ishikawa Prefecture. Embodying the enduring beauty of Japanese tradition, this item is a document holder delicately adorned with the dignified “Maizuru” (dancing crane) motif using exquisite gold and silver foil craftsmanship. The crane has long been cherished as an auspicious symbol of longevity and good fortune, and here the graceful figure of a crane gently descending in flight is magnificently rendered through the luxurious gleam of gold and silver foil. The contrast of the scattered foil against the glossy black lacquer-like body accentuates traditional Japanese aesthetics, radiating refined elegance. Highly practical as a document holder, it allows for organized storage of papers, stationery, postcards, and similar items. It commands a striking presence on a desk or shelf, serving perfectly as an interior accent that adds a touch of refined Japanese ambiance. This piece is also highly recommended as a gift for overseas collectors or enthusiasts of Japanese culture. I have many similar products, so please feel free to look at the other items I have on display. https://www.catawiki.com/en/u/15589467-japanese-best-selection Shipping method : Japan post As it will be shipped from Japan, there may be customs tax when it arrives. For more information, please check this link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees