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= Antique 19th c. Meiji Japanese Round Box Red Lacquered Wood w. Lock

$ 29.33

Availability: 91 in stock
  • Maker: Meiji Dynasty
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Condition: Good/Very Good overall. The original paint remains. Small and unobtrusive natural cracks on the wood around the hinges with possibly very old repairs, a minor flake on the top edge of the inner part under the lid, altogether commensurate with age and use. Please see photos below
  • Color: Red
  • Type: Boxes
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Featured Refinements: Japanese Lacquer

    Description

    Antique
    For your consideration is an interesting Japanese antique
    An early round box, possibly food or spice container with locking lid
    Painted and lacquered wood with finely elaborated brass or copper alloy hardware: hinges, locks and handle
    Maroon / dark red color with yellow and brown ribbons on the side and a mandala style decoration on top.
    Most of the original paint remains
    It was covered with varnish at some point back in time, for preservation and conservation
    The interior is painted in yellow / ochre and it keeps the aroma of cinnamon
    Circa late 19th century, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
    An old label from antiques store in Dallas is still attached
    All original
    PLEASE SCROLL DOWN THE PAGE FOR MORE PHOTOS!
    Measurements:
    Approx. 6" diameter x 3" tall x 2" deep
    Weighs almost 1 lb.
    Condition:
    Good/Very Good overall. The original paint remains. Small and unobtrusive natural cracks on the wood around the hinges with possibly very old repairs, a minor flake on the top edge of the inner part under the lid, altogether commensurate with age and use. Please see photos below
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