Item Description: Wajima Lacquerware Suzuribako (Inkstone Box / Writing Implements Box) with Maki-e Decoration A refined example of Wajima lacquerware (Wajima-nuri), one of Japan's most prestigious lacquer traditions, in the form of a suzuribako — the classic Japanese box used to store calligraphy implements including the inkstone (suzuri), ink stick, and writing brushes. The box is finished in the deep, lustrous black lacquer (roiro-nuri) characteristic of the finest Wajima work, and decorated with maki-e — the quintessential Japanese lacquer art in which motifs are drawn in lacquer and then dusted with finely powdered gold or silver before polishing. This technique, developed over more than 1,200 years in Japan, produces designs of extraordinary refinement and depth. The suzuribako holds a special place in the history of Japanese aesthetics: as the vessel in which the tools of calligraphy and classical literature were kept, it was traditionally considered one of the most important objects on the scholar's desk, and lacquer artists competed to produce the finest examples. From the Heian period onwards, suzuribako decorated with gold maki-e were among the most celebrated works of Japanese decorative art. Wajima lacquerware is produced in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, on the Noto Peninsula, and is recognised as one of Japan's most technically accomplished lacquer traditions. Its hallmark is a rigorous multi-stage ground preparation using jinoko (calcined diatomaceous earth) mixed with lacquer, which creates exceptional durability. Wajima-nuri is designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. The piece comes with its original wooden storage box (tomobako) and is in near-unused condition — a beautiful object that embodies the highest standards of Japanese decorative craftsmanship. Size Height: 5.5 cm Width: 21 cm Depth: 24.3 cm Weight: 704 g Condition The piece is in near-unused condition with no significant chips, scratches, or damage to the lacquer surface; the maki-e decoration remains vivid and well-preserved. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.