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Place of Origin: Japanese
Japanese Carved Bone A Bamboo-Form Snuff Bottle
Japanese Carved Bone A Bamboo-Form Snuff Bottle

Japanese Carved Bone A Bamboo-Form Snuff Bottle

Located in Norton, MA

Presenting an astonishing Japanese Antique Carved Bone bamboo-form snuff bottle, museum quality. Dimension: 2.5" H x 1 " Dia. Condition: Excellent Condition

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Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Bone

Small Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wisteria Satsuma Matchbox Holder Yasuda
Small Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wisteria Satsuma Matchbox Holder Yasuda

Small Antique Meiji Period Japanese Wisteria Satsuma Matchbox Holder Yasuda

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Fabulous and small japanese earthenware Satsuma Matchbox holder of great shape and scene. The idea is to put the matchbox in it and then inside bit pushes open the matchbox and you ...

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19th Century Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Jewelry Box Urn and Bird Design
Porcelain Jewelry Box Urn and Bird Design

Porcelain Jewelry Box Urn and Bird Design

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful porcelain box with urn vase, sheaf-of-wheat, and bird design, circa mid-20th century. Box lid with gold urn vase and sheaf-of-wheat foliage, ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Kiyomi Iwata Silver fungus Box
Kiyomi Iwata Silver fungus Box

Kiyomi Iwata Silver fungus Box

By Iwata Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Kiyomi Iwata is a Japanese-American Textile Artist known for her Sculptural use of materials examples of her work can be found in a number of Museums including the Smithsonian.

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1990s Japanese Boxes

Materials

Silk

Japanese Mount Fuji with Dragon Enameled Top Jewelry Box
Japanese Mount Fuji with Dragon Enameled Top Jewelry Box

Japanese Mount Fuji with Dragon Enameled Top Jewelry Box

Located in New York, NY

Japanese silvered metal jewellery box with enamelled top design of Mount Fuji, a dragon and flowers surrounding. The hinged top opens to the fine fuchsia pink silk interior.

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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Japanese Japanese Boxes

Materials

Metal

Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box
Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box

Japanese Totai Shippo Porcelain Covered Box

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Japanese porcelain box. Decorated to the exterior with a dark turquoise enamel ground with floral decorations. The figural finial as wel...

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20th Century Meiji Japanese Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Cylindrical Box, Brown Lacquer Paint with Flower Decoration, Japan, Early 20th
Cylindrical Box, Brown Lacquer Paint with Flower Decoration, Japan, Early 20th

Cylindrical Box, Brown Lacquer Paint with Flower Decoration, Japan, Early 20th

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This is a very beautiful Japanese box dating from the beginning of the 20th century. It is lacquered in brown color, with flower patterns. It was made in Japan.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Export Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Two Vantage Japanese Old Fashion Kiku, Book Style Lunchbox by Teinen
Two Vantage Japanese Old Fashion Kiku, Book Style Lunchbox by Teinen

Two Vantage Japanese Old Fashion Kiku, Book Style Lunchbox by Teinen

Located in Norton, MA

Two Japanese old fashion Kiku - book style lunchbox By Teinen. The oldy memory after WWII in the school time of Japan. A wonderful design of the Bento Box to include the independent rice box...

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20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Two Japanese Woven Bamboo Strip Boxes
Antique Two Japanese Woven Bamboo Strip Boxes

Antique Two Japanese Woven Bamboo Strip Boxes

Located in Norton, MA

Two woven bamboo strip boxes, including one with leather details and geometric decorations, Dimensions: 1. 8.75" W x 4" H x 4" D 2. 5.75" W x 2.75" H x 2" D.  

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Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Bamboo

Wood Lidded Box, Hand-Painted and Lacquered, Japanese, Early 20Century
Wood Lidded Box, Hand-Painted and Lacquered, Japanese, Early 20Century

Wood Lidded Box, Hand-Painted and Lacquered, Japanese, Early 20Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This box is a japanese box, early 20th century, in a red laquer, representing a bird and a flower. This has been made in Japan.

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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Inro by Shigehide Edo Period
Antique Japanese Inro by Shigehide Edo Period

Antique Japanese Inro by Shigehide Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite four-case lacquered inro was dated to the latter part of 18th century to early 19th century (Edo period) and made by Shigehide. The opposite sides of the inro together features a lavish flower arrangement in a bamboo basket (ikebana). The detailed craftmanship was a true pleasure to behold. Mostly Takamaki-e (high relief) were used to texturize the delicate petals of the chrysanthemums, on which different shades of gold were used to create contrast. Raden (mother of pearl) shells were also used to highlight some leaves, rendering the piece an interesting balance of color and material. The interior was completed in a mottled gold finish. It was signed Shigehide on the bottom with a Kao. There is a small carved rabbit ojime bead...

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Late 18th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Sake Ewer Meiji Period
Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Sake Ewer Meiji Period

Japanese Lacquer Maki-e Sake Ewer Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese lacquered wood sake ewer with maki-e design, circa late 19th century, Meiji period. The nicely decorated lacquerware is of a Classic sake ewer for...

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1890s Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Porcelain on Metal Fine Chinoiserie Occupied Japan Art Deco Box
Porcelain on Metal Fine Chinoiserie Occupied Japan Art Deco Box

Porcelain on Metal Fine Chinoiserie Occupied Japan Art Deco Box

Located in San Diego, CA

Porcelain on metal fine chinoiserie occupied Japan Art Deco box, beautiful and rare petite box delicate and painted with metal inserts, a couple of tiny...

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20th Century Chinoiserie Japanese Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Japanese Contemporary Large Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist
Japanese Contemporary Large Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary Large Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Exquisite contemporary Japanese large three-piece porcelain box, intricately hand-painted in cobalt blue underglaze on an elegantly shaped body, a signed masterpiece by highly acclai...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Oriental Lacker Boxes on a Tray, Japan, 1930s
Oriental Lacker Boxes on a Tray, Japan, 1930s

Oriental Lacker Boxes on a Tray, Japan, 1930s

Located in Den Haag, NL

4 Small Lacker boxes on a tray. Mother of Pearl inlay. Inside the boxes. Lots off Bone fiches. I think a game. Very good condition.

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1930s Japonisme Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box
Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box

Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box

Located in Dallas, TX

PRESENTING A LOVELY Vintage Japanese Temple Style Box. Made of rosewood, this box has a cover featuring ‘Buddhist Swastikas’ on the front. The cover lifts off to reveal a tabernacle with 2 carved dragons on wither side. Probably made in the first quarter of the 20th Century, circa 1920-30. Rectangular shaped for the storage of deities statues...

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Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi
Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi

Antique Japanese Kutani Porcelain Tripod Incense Burner by Taniguchi

By Taniguchi Komin

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, an Antique japanese Kutani porcelain tripod incense burner by Taniguchi. Tripod container ( assume is an incense burner) made on porcelain with gilt finish. ...

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1940s Anglo-Japanese Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Lacquer Padded Teapot Caddy
Japanese Lacquer Padded Teapot Caddy

Japanese Lacquer Padded Teapot Caddy

Located in Savannah, GA

Antique Japanese hand-painted lacquer teapot caddy. Interior is padded and fitted for blue and white porcelain teapot. The teapot stands 4¼ inches tall and features a fish on one si...

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Mid-20th Century Modern Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain, Lacquer

Three Black Japanese Lacquer Nesting Boxes with Two Keys, Late 19th Century
Three Black Japanese Lacquer Nesting Boxes with Two Keys, Late 19th Century

Three Black Japanese Lacquer Nesting Boxes with Two Keys, Late 19th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Beautiful set of three black Japanese lacquer nesting boxes with their two keys. Decorated with birds and orange, gold and green foliage. The 3 boxes fit together. The escutcheon ...

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Late 19th Century Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Top Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Dragon Box China, 19th Century
Top Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Dragon Box China, 19th Century

Top Antique Bronze / Copper Cloisonné Dragon Box China, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Nice Quality with superb decoration. Additional information: Material: Bronze / Copper Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912) Condition: Some small ...

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19th Century Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands
Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands

Antique Japanese Lacquer and Inlay Table from Ryukyu Islands

Located in Atlanta, GA

A small square-form table with lacquer and intricate mother-of-pearl inlay design from Ryukyu Islands kingdom circa 17-18th century. Ryukyuan kingdom was used to be an independent is...

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18th Century Edo Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Lacquer

Midcentury Vintage Lacquer Wood Cylinder tin Metal Tea Canister Japan
Midcentury Vintage Lacquer Wood Cylinder tin Metal Tea Canister Japan

Midcentury Vintage Lacquer Wood Cylinder tin Metal Tea Canister Japan

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and Minimalist tea canister box from Japan. This rare beauty is a unique box or decorative box that brings midcentury shape with organic beauty. Constructed of wood panels ...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Tin

Antique Richly Decorated Marked Japanese Satsuma Box, Ca 1900
Antique Richly Decorated Marked Japanese Satsuma Box, Ca 1900

Antique Richly Decorated Marked Japanese Satsuma Box, Ca 1900

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Japanese Satsuma Round box with lid. Marked base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century Japanese Style: Satsuma Japan ...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Rinpa Style Lacquer Box Meiji Period
Japanese Rinpa Style Lacquer Box Meiji Period

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, Meiji period. The surface of the lid features a Rinpa style maki-e paint depicting ...

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1890s Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Sterling Silver Japanese Export Engraved Cigarette or Decorative Box
Antique Sterling Silver Japanese Export Engraved Cigarette or Decorative Box

Antique Sterling Silver Japanese Export Engraved Cigarette or Decorative Box

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique engraved sterling silver cigarette or decorative box was made in Japan in approximately 1900 in the period Japonisme style. The box is composed of an ebonized hardwood c...

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Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Japanese Box with Plant Design 20th Century
Japanese Box with Plant Design 20th Century

Japanese Box with Plant Design 20th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Charming Japanese box from the early 20th century. The wood is old and nicely inlaid on the lid. The lid is inlaid with different pieces of wood forming a...

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20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox
Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox

Giant Plastic Phone Stashbox

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Massive black oversized phone. Marked "Poynter Products Inc. Cincinnati, Ohio." Made in Japan. Date stamped 1980. Made of plastic. Top and bottom pieces twist off and can be used as ...

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1980s Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Plastic

Japanese Contemporary Red Yellow Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist
Japanese Contemporary Red Yellow Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist

Japanese Contemporary Red Yellow Blue Porcelain Box by Master Artist

Located in Takarazuka, JP

Mesmerizing Japanese contemporary decorative signed porcelain box, extremely intricately hand-painted in vivid red, blue and yellow with generous gold details, on a stunningly shaped porcelain body. Kinrande style hand-painting represents Arita porcelain, which appeared in the Edo period (1688-1704) and has been handed down to the present day. The colors are deep, and red and gold are used luxuriously, and flower patterns are drawn on the surface of the vessel. This style is thought to reflect the spirit of the Genroku era, which was economically abundant. It is highly decorative and many kinrande works, such as large lidded vases...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Boxes

Materials

Porcelain

Lovely Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Box, 19th Century
Lovely Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Box, 19th Century

Lovely Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer Box, 19th Century

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Lovely 19th c Antique Meiji Period Japanese Lacquer box. Additional information: Material: Lacquer Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century, 20th century Japan Dynasty Period: M...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Tokyo Shop Tabako-Bon
Japanese Tokyo Shop Tabako-Bon

Japanese Tokyo Shop Tabako-Bon

Located in Chicago, IL

This wooden box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the traditional ...

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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Boxes

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Japanese lacquered wooden box decorated in gold
Japanese lacquered wooden box decorated in gold

Japanese lacquered wooden box decorated in gold

Located in Firenze, FI

Black and gold lacquered wooden Japanese box with designs reminiscent of art deco style with double decorative element in pure gold. Red lacquer interior . Late 1800s early 1900s per...

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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Pencil Box Lacquer Ware Writing Meiji Period, 19th C
Antique Japanese Pencil Box Lacquer Ware Writing Meiji Period, 19th C

Antique Japanese Pencil Box Lacquer Ware Writing Meiji Period, 19th C

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Japanese lacquer writing box 19th Century Of rectangular shape, overall painted in famille rose colors with flowers, all on a yellow ground, the interior in red. Additional inform...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Cloisonné Covered Jar by Ando Jubei
Japanese Cloisonné Covered Jar by Ando Jubei

Japanese Cloisonné Covered Jar by Ando Jubei

By Ando Jubei

Located in Atlanta, GA

Japanese cloisonné enamels are known as shippo-yaki and the mid-19th century saw the production of very high quality wares in the early centers Nagoya. One of the most renowned works...

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Early 20th Century Japonisme Japanese Boxes

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Lidded Multi Color Porcelain Art Deco Box from Japan
Lidded Multi Color Porcelain Art Deco Box from Japan

Lidded Multi Color Porcelain Art Deco Box from Japan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful artistic Art Deco Porcelain box with corresponding lid - made inJapan, the piece is a treasure as a decorative piece. The box has a slight octagonal design, making it even more special. A compliment to any shelf, cocktail table or side table. The piece is large enough to hold desk supplies...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Japanese Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Paint

Japanese Maki-e Lacquerware Portable Picnic Set Sagejubako
Japanese Maki-e Lacquerware Portable Picnic Set Sagejubako

Japanese Maki-e Lacquerware Portable Picnic Set Sagejubako

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sagejubako is a portable picnic set that became popular in the early Edo period when an additional meal was added between breakfast and dinner. It normally consists of a carry case w...

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19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Antique Japanese Lacquer And Giltwood Zushi Shrine
Antique Japanese Lacquer And Giltwood Zushi Shrine

Antique Japanese Lacquer And Giltwood Zushi Shrine

Located in Bradenton, FL

Antique Japanese Lacquer And Giltwood Zushi Shrine, or traveling altar, with hand-carved wooden standing Japanese figure. Intricately bronzed...

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19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

Old Japanese Black Lacquered Decorative Round Papier Mache Box with Hinged Top
Old Japanese Black Lacquered Decorative Round Papier Mache Box with Hinged Top

Old Japanese Black Lacquered Decorative Round Papier Mache Box with Hinged Top

Located in North Salem, NY

This charming old Japanese round box is crafted from lightweight papier-mâché and finished in a deep, glossy black lacquer that highlights its graceful form. The surface features han...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Paper

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900
Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

Japanese Keyaki Elm Tabako-Bon, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This box with many drawers is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the t...

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Late 19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Brass

Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy
Japanese Taishō Period Red Lacquered Tiered Food Box with Black Calligraphy

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...

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Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Antique Student Pencil Box Japanese Lacquer Ware Writing Japan
Antique Student Pencil Box Japanese Lacquer Ware Writing Japan

Antique Student Pencil Box Japanese Lacquer Ware Writing Japan

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A Japanese lacquer writing box 19th Century Of rectangular shape, overall painted in famille rose colors with flowers, all on a yellow ground, the interior in red. Additional inform...

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19th Century Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Inro by Koma Koryu Edo Period
Japanese Inro by Koma Koryu Edo Period

Japanese Inro by Koma Koryu Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

A four-case lacquered inro by Koma Koryu circa 19th century late Edo period. The inro features a pair of Chinese mandarin duck resting under a bundle of blooming irises on the pond. ...

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19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Silver Box With Inlaid Mixed Metal Panel Lined In Rosewood  Circa 1950
Japanese Silver Box With Inlaid Mixed Metal Panel Lined In Rosewood  Circa 1950

Japanese Silver Box With Inlaid Mixed Metal Panel Lined In Rosewood Circa 1950

Located in Norwich, GB

A lovely mid century Japanese silver and mixed metal rectangular hinged box on squat shaped feet. The inside lined in rosewood. Stamped SILVER 0.950. Circa 1950. The decorative mixe...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Silver

JAPAN Meiji Period 1890 Tebako Desk Box Made In Precious Woods, Bronze & Gold
JAPAN Meiji Period 1890 Tebako Desk Box Made In Precious Woods, Bronze & Gold

JAPAN Meiji Period 1890 Tebako Desk Box Made In Precious Woods, Bronze & Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Presentation Tebako box from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912). Beautiful decorative presentation Tebako desk box from the Japanese Imperial Meiji period, circa 1880. This box h...

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1890s Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Gold, Bronze

A Meiji period moriage cloisonné box and cover with two carp
A Meiji period moriage cloisonné box and cover with two carp

A Meiji period moriage cloisonné box and cover with two carp

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Meiji period moriage cloisonné box and cover with two carp, the rectangular box worked in coloured enamels in standard, moriage (raised) and musen (wireless) cloisonné with one gre...

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19th Century Meiji Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Japanese Namban Lacquer Jewelry Casket, 17th Century

Fine Japanese Namban Lacquer Jewelry Casket, 17th Century

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Japanese Namban lacquer transition-style coffer with two drawers Kyoto/Nagasaki, circa 1650 The cartouches with gilt and red decorations of leaves...

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17th Century Edo Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Cypress

Japanese Lacquered Natsume 'Tea Box'
Japanese Lacquered Natsume 'Tea Box'

Japanese Lacquered Natsume 'Tea Box'

Located in PARIS, FR

Natsume in dark red lacquer, decorated with autumn leaves and cherry blossoms in hiramaki-e and nashiji. Interior in black lacquer. Maple leaves (Momiji) are celebrated in literatur...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Meiji Period Lacquered Wooden Box w/ Original Outer Case, Ca. 1880
Japanese Meiji Period Lacquered Wooden Box w/ Original Outer Case, Ca. 1880

Japanese Meiji Period Lacquered Wooden Box w/ Original Outer Case, Ca. 1880

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Period Lacquered Wooden Box w/ Original Outer Case, Ca. 1880 Meiji Period: 1868-1912 DIMENSIONS Length: 16.5 inches Width: 3.5 inches Height: 2.5 inches

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1880s Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Kenji Fujita Ceramic on Oak Jar Box Japanese Studio Craft Tea Caddy Tobacco
Kenji Fujita Ceramic on Oak Jar Box Japanese Studio Craft Tea Caddy Tobacco

Kenji Fujita Ceramic on Oak Jar Box Japanese Studio Craft Tea Caddy Tobacco

By Kenji Fujita

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Tottori Japan, c.1950s Turned Oak Tea Caddy with Ceramic Inlay by ceramicist Kenji Fujita.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Wood

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Portable Sagejubako Theme of Three Winter Friends
Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Portable Sagejubako Theme of Three Winter Friends

Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Portable Sagejubako Theme of Three Winter Friends

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sagejubako is a portable lunch or picnic set that became popular in the early Edo period when an additional meal was added between breakfast and dinner. It normally consists of a han...

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19th Century Japonisme Antique Japanese Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850
Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850

Japanese Gilt Tabako-Bon with Mountain Landscape, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This lacquered box is a Japanese tabako-bon, or 'tobacco tray,' used to store tobacco and smoking accessories. Believed to have evolved from the tradition...

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Early 20th Century Edo Japanese Boxes

Materials

Copper

Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Kyohei Fujita
Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Kyohei Fujita

Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Kyohei Fujita

By Kyohei Fujita

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Kazaribako "Ornamented Box" made of glass by Japanese artist Kyohei Fujita (1921-2004) circa 1980s. The hand-blown glass box with fitting lid is of an oval shape, slightly irregula...

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1980s Modern Vintage Japanese Boxes

Materials

Silver

Large Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Ancient Captial Kyohei Fujita
Large Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Ancient Captial Kyohei Fujita

Large Japanese Kazaribako Glass Box Ancient Captial Kyohei Fujita

By Kyohei Fujita

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Kazaribako "Ornamented Box" made of glass by Japanese artist Kyohei Fujita (1921-2004) circa 1990s. The hand-blown glass box is substantial in size and weight. It features a hexago...

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1990s Modern Japanese Boxes

Materials

Silver