Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 16

Japanese Meiji Period Hokai Lidded Box with Brass Accents and Original Rope

About the Item

A Japanese Meiji period hokai box from the 19th century with black lacquer, brass accents and original rope. Immerse yourself in the beauty of traditional Japanese design with this exquisite Meiji period Hokai Box, dating from the 19th century. It's a distinctive piece, marked by a refined combination of black lacquer, gilt painted motifs, and brass accents, making it a great find for enthusiasts of Japanese artistry. An immediate standout is the box's lid, adorned with finely painted calligraphy nestled within a lush wreath of foliage, all gilded against the deep black lacquer. This artistic motif, a testament to the skill of Meiji-era craftsmen, is echoed on the reeded body of the box, creating a cohesive visual narrative. The box's appeal is further enhanced by ornate brass motifs adorning the edges, their intricate design and warm tones perfectly complementing the black lacquer and golden accents. Splaying legs with delicate brass feet raise the box, adding a touch of elegance and drawing attention to its commanding presence. Still retaining its original green rope to secure the box, this Hokai box is not only a beautiful decorative piece, but also a functional artifact, telling a story of its past usage. If you are looking for a unique piece to accentuate your space, this Hokai box is sure to captivate with its rich history and striking aesthetics.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Diameter: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Wood,Lacquered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN7896 / FEA Home1stDibs: LU863934322212
More From This SellerView All
  • Japanese Taishō Red Lacquered Hokai Box with Brass Accents and Original Rope
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A Japanese Taisho period Hokai box from the early 20th century, with red lacquer, ornate brass accents and original rope. This vibrant Japanese Taisho period...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Brass

  • Late Qing Dynasty Wood and Brass Lidded Box with Lateral Handles
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A late Qing Dynasty Chinese wooden box from the early 20th century with brass hardware and lateral handles. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural hi...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Brass

  • Japanese Meiji Period Brass Candle Holder with Scrolls and Medallions
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A Japanese Meiji period antique brass square top candle holder from the early 20th century, with intricate carved medallion, calligraphic inscription and ornate base. Created in Japan during the Meiji period in the early years of the 20th century, this elegant brass candle holder features a square top with recessed accent, supported by four elegant scrolling motifs in the corners. The sinuous body, alternating convex and concave lines, swells up in the center to receive a medallion, showcasing various motifs on each side. The ornate base flares up with motifs echoed from the top, but displayed in an inverted manner and on a larger scale. The stand presents a calligraphic inscription at the bottom signifying the maker's mark. With its golden hue, elegant lines and ornate décor...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Candlesticks

    Materials

    Brass

  • Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A Japanese Taisho period tiered food box from the early 20th century with red lacquer and calligraphy. Created in Japan during the early years of the 20th century, this red lacquered...
    Category

    Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Wood

  • Qing Dynasty Period Chinese Box with Brass Lock, Banding and Removable Top
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A Qing Dynasty period Chinese old box from the 19th century with traditional etched brass hardware, metal banding, partially removable top and light patina. Im...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Brass

  • 19th Century Temple Cash Box with Ornate Brass Accents from Kerala
    Located in Yonkers, NY
    A South Indian 19th century temple cash box from Kerala with ornate brass hardware and weathered appearance. Step into the rich history and intricate artistry of South India with thi...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century Indian Jewelry Boxes

    Materials

    Brass

You May Also Like
  • A Japanese Meiji Period Black Lacquer Hokai Lidded Box with Brass Mounts
    Located in San Francisco, CA
    this large ribbed and cylindrical Japanese shell-game box with domed lid decorated overall with Maki-e (gold lacquered) foliate wreaths and stylized flower heads and incised brass mounts; raised on four splayed supports. Hokai boxes...
    Category

    Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Lacquer

  • Japanese Cloisonne Lidded Trinket Box with Bun Feet from the Meiji Period
    Located in San Diego, CA
    An exquisite Japanese cloisonne lidded box with brass bun feet from the Meiji period, circa late 1800's. The box has a great inticate geometric de...
    Category

    Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Brass, Enamel

  • Japanese Laquered Box with Hinged Lid hand painted, 19th Century Meiji Period
    Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
    This is a good papier mâché, rectangular shaped black lacquered lidded box, hand enamelled and gilded, made in Japan during the 19th century, early Meiji period. This rectangular shaped papier mâché box has a well fitting hinged lid, with the box base and lid slightly domed. The box was probably originally made as a pocket box but could easily sit on a desk or dressing table as required. This is a very decorative box with finely hand painted scenes of three people, one holding a parasol, in a garden setting, with a pagoda type building, large gate...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

    Materials

    Paper

  • 19th Century Japanese Satsuma Lidded Box, Meiji
    Located in Miami, FL
    Meticulously enamelled and gilt satsuma box. Overall very good antique condition, base that the box sits on is a bit slanted. Lid perfect, box some w...
    Category

    Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

    Materials

    Porcelain

  • Japanese Meiji Period Silver Box Signed Masayuki
    Located in Newark, England
    Japanese Meiji period silver box with shibuichi plaque dating circa 1900. The box of rectangular form with a silver polished case stamped Jungin (J...
    Category

    Antique Early 1900s Meiji Metalwork

    Materials

    Silver

  • Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Stacking Box, Jubako, Meiji Period, Japan
    Located in Austin, TX
    A fine and impressive Japanese gold maki-e decorated black lacquer five-tier jubako with presentation tray, two lids, and the original tomobako storage box, Meiji period, late 19th c...
    Category

    Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

    Materials

    Lacquer

Recently Viewed

View All