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Late 19th Century Black Lacquer Box
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A black lacquered box with inlay decorations.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Late 19th Century Black Lacquer Box
Late 19th Century Black Lacquer Box
H 3.25 in W 8 in D 5.25 in
Japanese Maki-e Black Lacquered Box, Ric.051
Located in Norton, MA
Japan, Edo to Meiji period, decorated with morning glory and a bird in hiramaki-e.
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Maki-e Black Lacquered Box, Ric.047
Located in Norton, MA
Japan, Edo to Meiji period, two-tiered, with the cover with a landscape design, the four sides with guilt chrysanthemum flowers.
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Late 19th Century Black Lacquer Box With Dome Lid
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Great color and style with this box. Nice dome lid.
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Antique Late 19th Century British Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japonese Lacquered Box with Flower, Late of the 19th Century
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Nice little black lacquer box from Japan. It is made of black lacquered wood and decorated with
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Italian Renaissance Style Lacquered Box
Located in New York, NY
Italian Renaissance-style (19th Century) large black lacquered box with semi precious stones and
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Large Chinese Export Round Black Lacquer Gilt Painted Box, Mid 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A very large Chinese round black lacquer and gilt painted box, made for the export market, mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Chinese Hand Painted Black Lacquer Lidded Box
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful hand-painted Chinese lidded black lacquer box, circa 1940s. The handcrafted box
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer Box
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese red burgundy, gold and black lacquer box with round corners and silk cloth interior
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Early 20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Silk

Japanese Lacquer Box
Japanese Lacquer Box
H 3.13 in W 11.63 in D 8.63 in
Large Chinese Export Round Black Lacquered Gilt Painted Covered Box 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Chinese black lacquered box with numerous figures and gilt detail. Chinese round black
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Kashmiri Papier Mache Lacquer Gilt & Bird Motif Box
Located in Atlanta, GA
Kashmiri, early 20th century. An antique black lacquer box with heavy gilt floral decoration and
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Early 20th Century Indian Kashan Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Large Chinese Octagonal Black Lacquered Gilt Painted Covered Box 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Chinese Export Octagonal Black Lacquered Gilt Painted Covered Box 1950s. Chinese lacquer box
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Vintage Black Lacquer Lidded Box with Hand-Painted Chinoiserie Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage black lacquer lidded box from the mid 20th century, with hand-painted Chinoiserie
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Chinese Red Lacquered Box With Brass Mounts, Mid 20th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Chinese red and black lacquered box with fine brass mounts in the Chinese Export style. Lovely
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Chinese Red Lacquered Box With Brass Mounts, Mid 20th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Chinese red and black lacquered box with fine brass mounts in the Chinese Export style. Lovely
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Unusual Japanese Lacquer Inkstone Box with MOP Inlays
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese black lacquer box with mother of pearl inlays circa early 20th century, end of Meiji
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Smith Armorial Games Box and Counters
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
armorial mother-of-pearl gaming counters. The black lacquer box is finely decorated with a central Chinese
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Chinese Smith Armorial Games Box and Counters
Antique Chinese Smith Armorial Games Box and Counters
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H 3.35 in W 10.83 in D 13.39 in
Victorian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Papier Mâché Box on Stand
Located in Wilson, NC
Victorian mother of pearl inlaid papier mâché box on stand, the multi-shaped edge black lacquered
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Antique 1840s English Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple lacquered box was once used as a 19th-century snack box, presented as a gift during
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
H 7.5 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple lacquered box was once used as a 19th-century snack box, presented as a gift during
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
Chinese Black Lacquer Snack Box, c. 1820
H 7.75 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in
Black Lacquered Lidded Circular Box with Mother of Pearl Floral Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage black lacquered lidded circular box with mother or pearl floral inlaid décor. This
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20th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Persimmon Box in Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persimmon Box Black Lacquer Hand Repousse Copper Base Limited Edition Lacquer is a laborious
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Lacquer

Materials

Copper

Japanese Black Lacquer Document Box with Plum Blossom Design, Taisho Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
A high quality, antique, Japanese black lacquer document box. It has an external design of gold
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese lacquer sewing box from the Qing Dynasty. Decorated all over beautifully with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
No Reserve
H 6 in W 11 in D 14 in
Japanese Lacquered Natsume 'Tea Box'
Located in PARIS, FR
nashiji. Interior in black lacquer. Maple leaves (Momiji) are celebrated in literature for their beauty
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquered Furoshiki Kobako 'Box'
Located in PARIS, FR
Rectangular and flat lacquer Kobako (small box) representing a furoshiki knot seen from above
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquered Furoshiki Kobako 'Box'
Japanese Lacquered Furoshiki Kobako 'Box'
H 0.6 in W 1.97 in D 2.76 in
Chinese Export Black Lacquer Gilt Painted Box, Mid 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A large and highly decorative Chinese black lacquered wooden box with gilt painted decoration, mid
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Chinese Gold and Black Lacquer Games Box, Early 19th Century
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional antique Chinese gold and black lacquer games box raised on four paw feet with a
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Chinese Gold and Black Lacquer Games Box, Early 19th Century
Chinese Gold and Black Lacquer Games Box, Early 19th Century
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H 4.53 in W 10.54 in D 11.82 in
Japanese Momoyama Period Black Lacquer and Mother of Pearl Box, 16th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and unusual Japanese black lacquer and mother of pearl inlaid box, Momoyama Period, 16th
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Antique 16th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Abalone, Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese lacquer sewing box from the Qing dynasty. Colored black and gold all-over
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
19th Century Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
H 5.5 in W 11.5 in D 15 in
Rare Heavy Lacquer Hat Box, circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
A rare, heavily lacquered and gracefully shaped hat box from Shanxi Province, circa 1800. BX462.
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century 14.25‘’ Large Chinese Lacquer Sewing Box
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese lacquer sewing box from the Qing Dynasty. Decorated beautifully all over with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Black Lacquer Document Box with Gold Maki e Design, Meiji Period
Located in Prahran, Victoria
An antique black lacquer document box with an exquisitely detailed, finely wrought design from The
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Lacquered Snack Box, c. 1820
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple lacquered container was once used as a 19th-century snack box, presented as a gift
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Lacquered Snack Box, c. 1820
Chinese Lacquered Snack Box, c. 1820
H 8.25 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
18th Century Burmese Rakhine State Lacquer Bamboo Pillow Box
Located in Brea, CA
18th century Burmese black bamboo pillow box in relief with red Rakhine lacquer. Created with
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Antique Early 18th Century Burmese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Chinese Lacquer Table Box 1920's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful iron red lacquer Chinese table box. The red background with gilt decoration with carved
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Lacquer

Materials

Bone, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Lacquer Stacking Food Box 'Jubako'
Located in Hudson, NY
With all-over mother of pearl inlay and mon design of chrysanthemum in gold and black lacquer on
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Japanese Rinpa Style Lacquer Box Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A black lacquer tebako (hand box) with maki-e decoration and silver trim, circa late 19th century
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Antique 1890s Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Chinese Double Happiness Lacquered Snack Box, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This simple lacquered container was once a portable snack box, presented as a gift during holidays
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

1800s Russian Lacquer Box Philosopher
Located in Vienna, AT
In this ad you get the chance to buy a beautiful hand-painted Russian lacquer box from the 1800s
Category

Antique 18th Century Russian Lacquer

Materials

Bentwood

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Box from Ryukyu Island
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lacquer presentation box with mother-of-pearl inlays from Japanese Ryukyu Islands circa 17-18th
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Pair of Large Antique Japanese Hokai Lacquer Boxes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Japanese lacquered lidded Hokai boxes with chased brass hardware and original ropes
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair of Large Antique Japanese Hokai Lacquer Boxes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Japanese lacquer lidded Hokai boxes with chased brass hardware and original ropes. Hokai
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Persimmon Box in Cream Lacquer by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persimmon box Black lacquer Hand repousse Copper base Limited Edition Lacquer is a laborious
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Lacquer

Materials

Copper

Japanese Rinpa Style Lacquer Ink Stone Box Suzuribako
Located in Atlanta, GA
black lacquer background with sparse sprinkles of gold powder, making it interesting visually when one
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Lacquered Incense Box Kobako in Kodaiji Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique lacquered small box that was likely used to contain incense powder (it is called Kobako
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Korean Inlaid Lacquer Mandarin Duck Form Box, Early 20th Century, Korea
Located in Austin, TX
An absolutely lovely Korean black lacquer and abalone shell inlaid box in the form of a pair of
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Vintage 1920s Korean Lacquer

Materials

Abalone, Lacquer

Korean Lacquer and Mother of Pearl Inlay "Longevity" Box, 1930s, Korea
Located in Austin, TX
A fine and elegant Korean black lacquer and abalone mother of pearl inlay "longevity" box, circa
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Vintage 1930s Korean Showa Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Abalone

Japanese Lacquer Box with Fine Maki-e Decoration Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lacquered wood box with lid from Japan circa 19th century Meiji Period. The finely decorated box
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stacking Box, Jubako, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
. The jubako, or stacking box, is sumptuously decorated in gold maki-e on a fine black lacquer ground
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer House Shaped Incense Box, Kogo, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A delightful and intricately decorated lacquer box for storing incense, kogo, in the form of a
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage Korean Lacquer Box with Inner Tray and MOP inlays
Located in Atlanta, GA
inner tray. Black grossly lacquered interior. The box appears to be made for a wedding present based on
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Late 20th Century Korean Arts and Crafts Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Japanese Carved Kamakura Lacquer Box with Botanical Design by Tamerou Ono
Located in Prahran, Victoria
and black. The colour combination used here is unusual, the lacquer layers having been sanded back to
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Fine Japanese Export Red Lacquer Box with Masonic Symbols, circa 1800
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A fine Japanese export red lacquer box with Masonic symbols Kyoto/Nagasaki, 1800-1820 Red
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Antique Early Chinese Republic Era Stacking Lacquered Box Set with Dragon Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique lacquered stacking box set is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from China
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lacquer

Materials

Softwood

Japanese 7-Pcs, Arita Sweetmeat Set & Matching Lacquer Box Meiji Period, 1880s
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A seven-piece Japanese Arita Sweetmeat set and matching lacquer box, Meiji period (1880-1890
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Porcelain, Lacquer

Showa Period Lacquer “Flower Basket”
Located in Hudson, NY
) black lacquer container in square form with notched corners raised on a square base. Three brightly
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Japanese Lacquered Card Box with Ornate Hand Painted Gilt Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
inside of the box, including the lid is also painted using brown and gold tones over the black lacquer
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Wood

19th century black lacquered jewellery box
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Chinese black lacquered jewellery box circa 1860. Good quality shaped Chinese
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Contemporary Black Lacquered Rectangular Wooden Decorative Box
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary decorative wooden box with a black lacquer finish, a rectangular profile with faceted
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21st Century and Contemporary Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

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Black Lacquered Boxes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of black lacquered boxes for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct black lacquered boxes — often made from lacquer, wood and metal — can elevate any home. Find 194 antique and vintage black lacquered boxes at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 25 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Black lacquered boxes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of black lacquered boxes to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern black lacquered boxes are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large black lacquered boxes, so small black lacquered boxes measuring 2.9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made black lacquered boxes over the years, but those made by Reda Amalou Design, Robert Kuo and Arcahorn Srl. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Black Lacquered Boxes?

Prices for black lacquered boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, black lacquered boxes begin at $55 and can go as high as $63,704, while the average can fetch as much as $1,062.

Finding the Right Boxes for You

From mere trinkets to useful receptacles that serve a distinct purpose, antique boxes as decorative objects have come in many forms over the years. No matter what they’re made of or where they end up in your home, decorative boxes add both style and storage to your space.

The decorative box that is likely most common is the jewelry box. These boxes were originally known as jewel caskets and were in common use in Ancient Egypt, as most Egyptians wore some sort of jewelry. A portable jewelry box, in its original intended use, was integral to keeping your jewelry safe and secure. This accessory has transformed in size, shape and appearance over the years. Initially it was common for a jewelry box to bear intricate ornamentation. Whether they’re mid-century modern works of marble and brass or feature playful Art Deco–style geometric decor, jewelry boxes boast real staying power.

Snuff boxes began to soar in popularity during the 17th century (and were commonplace in European homes by the mid-19th century). The boxes, some hand-painted with landscape scenes, some made from gold, porcelain or stone, contained a small amount of tobacco, which users would sniff, or “snuff,” throughout the day. Some particularly ornamental snuff boxes featured enameled designs or were set with precious gems and were given as gifts or party favors, particularly at the coronation of royalty or other lavish events.

Whether you’re organizing important mail in the foyer or tucking away medications in your bathroom, antique boxes — be they metal tea caddies, sterling-silver decorative boxes or Victorian cigar boxes made of oak (even if you don’t smoke) — are a sophisticated solution to help keep the surfaces in your home clutter-free. And no matter if you’re seeking a decorative box to beautify a desktop or bestow upon a loved one, you are sure to find something you love in the collection of antique and vintage boxes on 1stDibs.

Questions About Black Lacquered Boxes
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lacquer boxes are 20th century Russian boxes. The boxes feature miniature paintings and are not made out of wood as appears, but are crafted from papier-mâché instead. Shop a collection of lacquer boxes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Chinese black lacquer is a resin sourced from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum (formerly Rhus verniciflua) tree that grows throughout East Asia. Artisans produce decorative objects entirely from the substance or use it as a finish for wood and other materials. Find a selection of Chinese black lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Russian lacquer boxes are also called Palekh boxes after the village where the craft was first recorded in the 1920s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Russian lacquer boxes from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Most Russian lacquer boxes are made in the villages of Fedoskino, Kholui, Mstera and Palekh, Russia. In 1705, the guild for manufacturing lacquer boxes opened in Fedoskino. Many boxes feature natural forms inspired by the landscapes surrounding the village. On 1stDibs, find a range of wrought iron furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a Japanese lacquer box, start by moistening a soft lint-free cloth with warm water. Ring it out and then gently rub every surface. Do not use soap as it may damage the lacquer. Dry the box promptly with a second soft, dry lint-free cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese lacquer boxes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean Russian lacquer boxes, moisten a soft cleaning cloth with warm water and mild dish soap. Gently wipe down every surface of the box and then repeat the process with a cloth dampened only with water. For the final step, dry with a soft towel. Find a variety of Russian lacquer boxes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese lacquerware items are finished with a sap that comes from the lacquer tree. This finish is prone to degradation, especially if exposed to sun and water, and age will take its toll as well. To clean lacquerware items, wet a lint-free cloth and wring as much water out as you can, then wipe the item. Finish by drying it with a soft lint-free cloth. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese lacquerware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To shine lacquer furniture, spray a tiny amount of solvent-based furniture cleaner and then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure that you choose a product specifically labeled as safe for lacquered finishes. Shop a collection of lacquer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix Japanese black lacquer, take it to a furniture repair shop that has previously worked with the material. Lacquer is very delicate. Attempting to fix a piece on your own could cause further damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Japanese black lacquer.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Though you can't exactly refinish black lacquer furniture, you can repaint it. As long as you prep the furniture with a primer, you should easily be able to repaint.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Whether you can use furniture polish on black lacquer furniture depends on the formulation. Heavier polishes may cause streaks and damage the finish. For best results, read the labels carefully and only choose products intended for lacquer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lacquer furniture.

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