【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This elegant Showa period lacquer box is a refined Japanese writing box, also suitable as a document box, distinguished by its radiant gold exterior and beautifully balanced composition. The lid is decorated with blossoming plum branches and a pair of bush warblers, a classic auspicious motif associated with the arrival of spring. Plum blossoms symbolise perseverance, renewal, and hope, as they bloom while winter still lingers, while bush warblers are cherished as harbingers of spring and are associated with vitality, happiness, and seasonal renewal. The contrast between the brilliant gold exterior and the subdued interior is particularly striking. Inside are two removable inner trays. The interior shows a nashiji finish; however, the current brownish tone appears to be the result of age-related discoloration rather than the original intended colour. The box can be appreciated both as a traditional writing box for calligraphy tools and as a storage box for letters or treasured personal items. Maki-e is a traditional Japanese decorative technique where gold or silver powder is sprinkled onto wet lacquer to produce intricate designs. Nashiji employs a similar method, using gold or silver flecks to achieve a pear skin-like texture, offering a unique shimmer and depth to the surface. It is in vintage condition with age-related and use-related wear. There is paint loss to the corners and edges. The exterior and base show scuffs. There is one minor crack on the reverse side. The interior nashiji finish shows discoloration. The inner trays have scratches, slight paint loss, and small dents. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 4.2 cm W 19.7 cm D 24.3 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!