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Akiko Sugiyama Japanese Calligraphy Painting Collage, 3D Shadow Box Sculpture
Akiko Sugiyama Japanese Calligraphy Painting Collage, 3D Shadow Box Sculpture

Akiko Sugiyama Japanese Calligraphy Painting Collage, 3D Shadow Box Sculpture

Located in Surfside, FL

Akiko Sugiyama (Japanese/American, B.1947) Collage, Lucite Shadow Box Painting, mixed media Japanese paper sculpture in plexiglass display box. titled "How does your garden grow" tw...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Plexiglass, Paint, Paper, Ink, Mixed Media

Old Japanese Porcelain Lidded Incense Burner in the Original Box
Old Japanese Porcelain Lidded Incense Burner in the Original Box

Old Japanese Porcelain Lidded Incense Burner in the Original Box

Located in Norton, MA

Old Japanese porcelain lidded incense burner in the original box The lid with the lion, two pierced handles on each side, and four feet at the four corners to stand.

Category

Mid-20th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Sagemono Inro box with a maki-e decor of a Samuari in a lake landscape
Japanese Sagemono Inro box with a maki-e decor of a Samuari in a lake landscape

Japanese Sagemono Inro box with a maki-e decor of a Samuari in a lake landscape

Located in PARIS, FR

On the top of the inro are three birds in flight in takamaki-e. Small boxes formed of interlocking compartments, inrō (印籠) are traditional Japanese clothing items.

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 (writing box) by Ogimura Sakitoshi 荻村幸稔 (1943)
Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 (writing box) by Ogimura Sakitoshi 荻村幸稔 (1943)

Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 (writing box) by Ogimura Sakitoshi 荻村幸稔 (1943)

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An elegant lacquered suzuribako (writing box) by the lacquer artist Ogimura Sakitoshi (1943). Of rounded rectangular form with a gently domed cover, the exterior finished in a gloss...

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Janet Leach Signed British Studio Pottery Japanese Chawan Tea Bowl with Box 1971
Janet Leach Signed British Studio Pottery Japanese Chawan Tea Bowl with Box 1971

Janet Leach Signed British Studio Pottery Japanese Chawan Tea Bowl with Box 1971

Located in Studio City, CA

Afterward, she traveled to Japan to work with him directly where she studied with him for two additional years.

Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Antique Ko-Imari Edo Period 17C Japanese Porcelain Box Arita PEACOCK
Antique Ko-Imari Edo Period 17C Japanese Porcelain Box Arita PEACOCK

Antique Ko-Imari Edo Period 17C Japanese Porcelain Box Arita PEACOCK

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A very nice blue and white vase. Unusual painting. Early Edo period. Dating to 1660-1680 Similar objects in the book Porcelain fro Palaces and Fine and Curious Condition Both lid...

Category

Antique 17th Century Edo Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Oribe Stoneware/Sake Vase w/ Box by Master Takiguchi Kiheiji 瀧口喜兵爾
Japanese Oribe Stoneware/Sake Vase w/ Box by Master Takiguchi Kiheiji 瀧口喜兵爾

Japanese Oribe Stoneware/Sake Vase w/ Box by Master Takiguchi Kiheiji 瀧口喜兵爾

Located in Norton, MA

Japanese Oribe Stoneware/Sake vase w/ original box and cloth This is a large Sake Bottle with a wide mouth vase and green glaze drip decorated with botanical designs including the o...

Category

20th Century Japanese Bottles

Materials

Stoneware

Set of Japanese Hand Painted Perfume or Snuff Bottle in Original Box
Set of Japanese Hand Painted Perfume or Snuff Bottle in Original Box

Set of Japanese Hand Painted Perfume or Snuff Bottle in Original Box

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Set of Japanese Hand Painted Perfume or Snuff Bottle in Original Box This is a Complete set of 4 Japanese Reverse Hand Painted and Glass Snuff or Perfume Bottles, they are unused an...

Category

Vintage 1950s Japonisme Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

Japanese Lacquer Hibachi (Brazier)
Japanese Lacquer Hibachi (Brazier)

Japanese Lacquer Hibachi (Brazier)

Located in Hudson, NY

Japanese Lacquer Hibachi (Brazier), Meiji period (1868 - 1912) Box- shaped Japanese hibachi with mother of pearl inlay, handles on two sides, and a copper insert.

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Copper

Vintage Japanese Daimaru Thong Sandal New from the Original Box, Mid-Century
Vintage Japanese Daimaru Thong Sandal New from the Original Box, Mid-Century

Vintage Japanese Daimaru Thong Sandal New from the Original Box, Mid-Century

Located in Norton, MA

They feel like leather, new from the original box. They are 9" long, 3" wide, and 7" to the thong head. Very high quality.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kobako Incense Box with Rooster and Hen, Late 20th C
Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kobako Incense Box with Rooster and Hen, Late 20th C

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kobako Incense Box with Rooster and Hen, Late 20th C

Located in Nottingham, GB

A fine late 20th-century Japanese lacquer kobako, or small incense box, exquisitely decorated in traditional maki-e with a rooster and hen.

Category

Late 20th Century Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

18th Century Japanese Gennai Ware Vase
18th Century Japanese Gennai Ware Vase

18th Century Japanese Gennai Ware Vase

Located in Hudson, NY

Comes with collector's storage box. Japan, second half of the 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Meiji Period Satsuma Patch Box
Meiji Period Satsuma Patch Box

Meiji Period Satsuma Patch Box

Located in Hudson, NY

Wares of this type are most often produced in the city of Kagoshima in Kyushu province during the Meiji period and reflects the export industry designed to cater to western tastes bu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Lacquered Maki-e Fubako Edo Period
Japanese Lacquered Maki-e Fubako Edo Period

Japanese Lacquered Maki-e Fubako Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese lacquered wood fubako (a box used to store document or small scroll painting), circa second half of 19th century late Edo period.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Traditional Japanese Young Woman Ceramic Sculpture
Vintage Traditional Japanese Young Woman Ceramic Sculpture

Vintage Traditional Japanese Young Woman Ceramic Sculpture

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Traditional Japanese young woman small sculpture. Unusual shape beautiful collectible Asian box.

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Togidashi Maki-e Chrysanthemum Document Box
Antique Togidashi Maki-e Chrysanthemum Document Box

Antique Togidashi Maki-e Chrysanthemum Document Box

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This elegant document box (bunko or ryoshibako) presents a dignified and highly stable form, serving as a magnificent canvas for traditional Japanese lacquer...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

Schmid Walt Disney Pinocchio Music Box
Schmid Walt Disney Pinocchio Music Box

Schmid Walt Disney Pinocchio Music Box

By Schmid

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Schmid Walt Disney jointed Pinocchio music box that plays The Entertainer / Made in Japan circa 1990s Dimensions when sitting: height 6 inches, depth 4 inches, width 5.5 inch...

Category

20th Century Japanese Toys and Dolls

Materials

Ceramic

F15 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Bandori, a Farmer's Craft
F15 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Bandori, a Farmer's Craft

F15 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Bandori, a Farmer's Craft

Located in Niiza, JP

This farmer's folk tool can be considered a form of Japanese primitive art. *The box is merely packaging material.

Category

20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Fabric

F16 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Mino, a Farmer's Craft
F16 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Mino, a Farmer's Craft

F16 Japanese Old Primitive Art, Mino, a Farmer's Craft

Located in Niiza, JP

This farmer's folk tool can be considered a form of Japanese primitive art. *The box is merely packaging material.

Category

20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Rope

Japanese Dry Lacquer Monkey Sculpture Mid-20th Century / Figurine Wabisabi
Japanese Dry Lacquer Monkey Sculpture Mid-20th Century / Figurine Wabisabi

Japanese Dry Lacquer Monkey Sculpture Mid-20th Century / Figurine Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

The piece will be carefully packed and shipped safely from Japan. Paulownia Wood Box Dimensions: W320 × D195 × H385 mm Weight: Monkey sculpture 1.3 kg; storage box 900 g

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer Maki-E Tiered Suzuribako and Ryoshibako
Japanese Lacquer Maki-E Tiered Suzuribako and Ryoshibako

Japanese Lacquer Maki-E Tiered Suzuribako and Ryoshibako

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese roiro lacquer scholar combo box with an upper tier of inkstone box (Suzuribako) and a lower document box (Ryoshibako) circa 1910-30s (end of Meiji to Showa period).

Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Stone, Metal

Contemporary Japanese stoneware ceramic vase by Hiroaki Taimei Morino
Contemporary Japanese stoneware ceramic vase by Hiroaki Taimei Morino

Contemporary Japanese stoneware ceramic vase by Hiroaki Taimei Morino

By Hiroaki Taimei Morino

Located in Uccle, BE

He has been recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit, the highest national award given to cultural actors in Japan. Item includes original Tomobako box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Japanese Meiji Miniature Gold Maki-e Two-Tier Jūbako, circa 1890
Japanese Meiji Miniature Gold Maki-e Two-Tier Jūbako, circa 1890

Japanese Meiji Miniature Gold Maki-e Two-Tier Jūbako, circa 1890

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Japanese Meiji Miniature Gold Maki-e Two-Tier Jūbako, circa 1890 A diminutive Japanese Meiji-period stacking box, or jūbako (重箱), dating to approximately 1880–1900.

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Rare Antique Fortune Telling Set 19th Century Collectors Find
Japanese Rare Antique Fortune Telling Set 19th Century Collectors Find

Japanese Rare Antique Fortune Telling Set 19th Century Collectors Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japanese tradition, the box is shaken until a single stick falls out, revealing one's destiny.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Modern Studio Ceramic Oribe Jar by Ryoji Koie
Japanese Modern Studio Ceramic Oribe Jar by Ryoji Koie

Japanese Modern Studio Ceramic Oribe Jar by Ryoji Koie

By Ryoji Koie

Located in Atlanta, GA

The jar comes with a plain wooden tomobako box. "One of Japan’s most versatile and forward-thinking contemporary artists, KOIE RYOJI was best known as a ceramist but esteemed for his...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period
Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Japanese Gilt Lacquer Tabako-Bon with River Turtles, Edo Period

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Brass

Shokudai Candle Holders of Bronze from Japan, Meiji 1868-1912
Shokudai Candle Holders of Bronze from Japan, Meiji 1868-1912

Shokudai Candle Holders of Bronze from Japan, Meiji 1868-1912

Located in London, GB

Pair of Shokudai candle holders made of bronze during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan. Includes original box as pictured. Candle holders H. 66cm; diameter 26cm.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Bronze

Masuo Ikeda Bronze Sculpture “Miyajima” with Original Box (29/30)
Masuo Ikeda Bronze Sculpture “Miyajima” with Original Box (29/30)

Masuo Ikeda Bronze Sculpture “Miyajima” with Original Box (29/30)

By Masuo Ikeda

Located in Fukuoka, JP

Masuo Ikeda Bronze Sculpture “Miyajima” with Original Box A bronze sculpture titled “Miyajima” by the renowned Japanese artist Masuo Ikeda (1934–1997).

Category

1990s Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand
Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand

Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare original and impressively intact Japanese Zenibako (banker's money box) from late 19th century circa Meiji Period (1868-1912).

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Furniture

Materials

Iron

Ogata Kenzan Signed Japanese Asian Edo Period Pottery Tea Bowl Chawan
Ogata Kenzan Signed Japanese Asian Edo Period Pottery Tea Bowl Chawan

Ogata Kenzan Signed Japanese Asian Edo Period Pottery Tea Bowl Chawan

Located in Studio City, CA

The tea bowl comes with the original wood box which has Japanese writing on the bottom - perhaps a poem but our sources have been unable to translate it.

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Pottery

Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent garden acquisitions- a happy pair with original box #2 Japan, this handsome pair (2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

1986  Comme des Garcons black RUNWAY dress with box pleats
1986  Comme des Garcons black RUNWAY dress with box pleats

1986 Comme des Garcons black RUNWAY dress with box pleats

By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Slips on over the head and tie threads through waistband. Unlined. Made in Japan. Very good condition.

Category

1980s Japanese Day Dresses

Early Edo Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing & Incense Box
Early Edo Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing & Incense Box

Early Edo Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing & Incense Box

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This museum quality, tiered writing box (kasane suzuribako) represents a breathtaking convergence of traditional calligraphy (shodo) and the highly formalize...

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

Japanese Tebako in Nashiji lacquer adorned with golden Persimon flowers
Japanese Tebako in Nashiji lacquer adorned with golden Persimon flowers

Japanese Tebako in Nashiji lacquer adorned with golden Persimon flowers

Located in PARIS, FR

Tebako literally means "portable box", it is a toilet box containing the objects necessary for washing and make-up, especially blush and mirror boxes.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Kogo or incens box in the form of pomegranate
Kogo or incens box in the form of pomegranate

Kogo or incens box in the form of pomegranate

Located in PARIS, FR

Sold with its transport box signed by : Tsubatawara Ajiji : (ツバタワラ アジジ) Japan – Shōwa period (1926–1989) Height: 6 cm – Length: 5.5 cm – Width: 5 cm

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box, 19th century
Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box, 19th century

Antique Gold Nashiji Maki-e Tiered Writing Box, 19th century

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This incredibly rare, multi-layered writing box (kasane suzuribako) perfectly encapsulates the deep sense of ceremony and refined aestheticism of the tradit...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Meiji Gold Maki-e Pine & Crane Document Writing Box Set
Meiji Gold Maki-e Pine & Crane Document Writing Box Set

Meiji Gold Maki-e Pine & Crane Document Writing Box Set

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This exceptionally beautiful and complete antique document box (bunko) and writing box (suzuribako) set perfectly captures the poetic and expansive beauty of...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Urushi lacquer

20th Century Porcelain Japanese Super Large Charger Japan Blue and White
20th Century Porcelain Japanese Super Large Charger Japan Blue and White

20th Century Porcelain Japanese Super Large Charger Japan Blue and White

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Description Sharing with you this large and Fabulous Japanese charger in amazing colors. Box included Condition Perfect.

Category

20th Century Chinese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Legardo Tackett flaming sword skewers with original box
Legardo Tackett flaming sword skewers with original box

Legardo Tackett flaming sword skewers with original box

By Freeman Lederman, Lagardo Tackett, La Gardo Tackett

Located in Ferndale, MI

Large bbq sword skewers for shish kebob . Designed by multi talented industrial designer Legardo Tackett most well know for his work with Architectural pottery . Sold with original...

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Chrome

Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior
Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior

Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawer, product of late Edo to early Meiji era (estimate 1850s-1900s).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

19th Century Japanese Wooden Pumpkin
19th Century Japanese Wooden Pumpkin

19th Century Japanese Wooden Pumpkin

Located in PARIS, FR

Decorative painted 'Pumpkin' box, Japanese from the end of the 19th century.

Category

Antique 1890s Jars

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Kogo or incens box in the form of an eggplant
Kogo or incens box in the form of an eggplant

Kogo or incens box in the form of an eggplant

Located in PARIS, FR

Accompanied by its original storage box. Signed by Arai Kyōshi (新井教師). Japan – Shōwa period (1926–1989) Height: 4.5 cm – Length: 12.5 cm – Width: 3 cm

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter
Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter

Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter

Located in San Diego, CA

Dimensions: 16.5"W x 6.25"D x 7"H Type: Music box decanter, Plays "Around the World in 80 Days" Materials: Metal automobile form with cut-glass decanter and stopper Interior: Red f...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

Edo Period Imperial Gold Maki-e Incense Box, Deer & Autumn Leaves
Edo Period Imperial Gold Maki-e Incense Box, Deer & Autumn Leaves

Edo Period Imperial Gold Maki-e Incense Box, Deer & Autumn Leaves

Located in Taichung, TW

The Design & Impact: This extraordinary antique incense box (kobako) is a breathtaking example of aristocratic Japanese aesthetics.

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Showa Period Gold Maki-e Landscape & Crane Document Box by Kakuzan
Showa Period Gold Maki-e Landscape & Crane Document Box by Kakuzan

Showa Period Gold Maki-e Landscape & Crane Document Box by Kakuzan

Located in Taichung, TW

The Era & Origin: Signed by the lacquer artist Kakuzan and accompanied by its original wooden storage box (tomobako), this piece is a wonderful example of modern Japanese lacque...

Category

20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter
Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter

Vintage Rolls Royce Automobile Music Box and Decanter

Located in San Diego, CA

An excellent statement piece for a bar, library, or gentleman’s study, appealing to collectors of vintage barware, automobilia, and mechanical novelties. Details: Type: Music box d...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

19th Century Imari Porcelain Lidded Bowl Jewelry Box
19th Century Imari Porcelain Lidded Bowl Jewelry Box

19th Century Imari Porcelain Lidded Bowl Jewelry Box

Located in Pearland, TX

A fine and rare lidded and hinged Imari bowl with ormolu fittings, set atop three ornamented feet. Perfect for jewelry, trinkets, or sweets.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers
Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawers, which is originally as Gyosyo tansu (Peddler's chest), product of late Edo - Meiji era (estimate 1860s-1910s).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Japan box you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each Japan box for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and lacquer. If you’re shopping for a Japan box, we have 682 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Japan box you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Japan box, designed in the Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one Japan box that is appealing in its simplicity, but Shoji Hamada, George Ashdown Audsley and Akiko Sugiyama produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Japan Box?

The average selling price for a Japan box at 1stDibs is $990, while they’re typically $75 on the low end and $67,553 for the highest priced.