An exceptional 17-part sage-jûbako 提げ重箱 (portable picnic set), decorated with Japanese oak silkmoths 山繭 (yamamayu). Circular stacked containers sit beside crescent-shaped compartments within a lacquered carrying frame. Large moths spread their wings across the dark lacquer, their gold decoration accented with mother-of-pearl 青買い (aogai) inlay. Chequered borders bring the different sections together, while the lacquered containers open to reveal vivid red interiors. Silver liquid containers engraved with matching moths and a silver carrying handle complete the set. Complete with five en-suite rectangular small dishes. The set comes with its wooden storage box. Period: Japan – Meiji period (around 1900). Dimensions: Height 43.4 cm, width 31.8 cm, depth 21.9 cm. In excellent condition, with minor surface wear and faint traces of handling and use. There is light rubbing and a few tiny nicks to the lacquer along the edges and exposed corners. The silver has minor wear, including a few tiny dents and light scratches. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference. When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.