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Japanese gourd form Maki-e red lacquered box

$390
£299.50
€343.23
CA$549.02
A$615.03
CHF 320.49
MX$7,502.07
NOK 4,072.64
SEK 3,840.21
DKK 2,561.75

About the Item

A hand carved wood & cinnabar red lacquered gourd shaped covered box. The exterior of the box is incised with gilt outlined dark green leafy vines, gilt gourds, flowers, and butterflies on a grooved pattern simulating the gourd shape. The interior of the box is painted in black lacquer. Japan, early 20th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900's
  • Condition:
    Very good original condition. Wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 86221stDibs: LU6534240493102

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