Small Vintage Wooden Barrel Planter with Red and Black Lacquered Decor

A Japanese vintage sake storage jug from the mid-20th century, with red lacquer, bamboo motifs and calligraphy. This Japanese vintage sake storage jug from the mid-20th century, adorned with red lacquer, bamboo motifs, and elegant calligraphy, is a captivating piece that effortlessly blends function with traditional Japanese artistry. Crafted in Japan during the midcentury period, this carrying jug catches the eye with its striking red, black, and brown color palette, beautifully contrasting to create a visual impact. The jug's distinctive shape, combined with its bamboo motifs and hand-painted calligraphy, reflects a deep cultural heritage and the meticulous craftsmanship of its time. This sake jug's unique form and subtle decoration make it an ideal decorative accent in a variety of settings. Placed on a kitchen counter, it can serve as an exotic focal point that brings warmth and authenticity to the space. Alternatively, it can be positioned on a patio table or in a living room, where its bold colors and intricate motifs provide an intriguing conversation starter. Perfect for those who appreciate Japanese culture and design, this vintage sake jug...

A vintage Japanese reddish brown lacquered wedding chest from the mid 20th century, with hand-painted foliage and floral décor and ropes. Created in Japan during the midcentury period, this vintage wedding box features a reddish brown lacquer perfectly accented by a gilded hand-painted décor depicting bamboo sticks with their leaves and delicate flowers. Created to be part of the extensive wedding trousseau provided to the daughter, this chest showcases a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a dark reddish brown lacquer. A rectangular lid is adorned with ornate brass corners. The top and the façade are adorned in continuity with a gilded hand-painted décor showcasing bamboo sticks and their leaves, as well as delicate flowers. The sides are adorned as well, the back is more sparse with simple leaves. Wrapped with ropes, this vintage Japanese wedding chest...

This squat, melon-like barrel is actually a turn of the century Peking opera drum, originally used by a theater troupe to accompany the dances and songs of traditional Chinese opera. The drum's finely joined oakwood slats are held together by hand-smithed iron bands and cloaked in a rich patina from a century of use. Filled with lush greenery and foliage, this rustic drum barrel...

This is a tin vase made from the late Edo period to the early Taisho period (1800s-1920). It is made of cast iron and has detailed and beautiful expressions such as butterflies and ...