Refined Japanese Kaga maki-e inkstone box. The entire surface is covered in deep black lacquer, with delicate gold maki-e detailing depicting several vigorous ancient pine trees. The pine branches are strong and layered, with the bark texture and leaf structure rendered using the high maki-e technique. Fine details of gold powder layering and intricate patterns are visible in some areas, creating a rich sense of depth and three-dimensionality. The contrast between black and gold is extremely elegant, exhibiting strong characteristics of traditional Japanese aesthetics. Kaga maki-e is one of the three major maki-e styles in Japan, renowned for its ornate, delicate style and rich use of gold powder. Historically, it primarily served the scholar's objects of the samurai class and the upper classes. Artist: Nousaku能作 with inscribed tomobako(能作 was signed and sealed on the tomobako lid). Dimensions: 24.5 x 20 x 4.5 cm Excellent condition, barely used with minimal signs of wear, please also take a look at the listed photos. Will be well packaged and shipping by Japan Post in fast delivery.