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Title: Vintage Japanese Raised Gold Lacquer (Takamaki-e) Stationery & Document Box (Ryoshibako)Description:
Up for sale is a stunning, beautifully preserved mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese urushi lacquerware stationery box. The lid features an exquisite, high-relief Takamaki-e (raised gold powder lacquer) traditional landscape design depicting architectural temple roofs, rolling hills, and a classic pine tree motif. The dimensional texture catches light brilliantly, creating deep shadows that give the artwork incredible physical depth.The box is styled with a glossy deep black body accented by a fine, elegant red lacquer rim border along the interior lip. It is perfectly sized for correspondence, stationery, calligraphy tools, jewelry, or display on a prominent desk or vanity.Dimensions:
• Approximately 9 inches x 6 inchesCondition:
• Great Vintage Condition.
• The box is completely free of chips, might have minor scratches or scruffs.
• The highly polished interior retains a flawless, mirror-like gloss finish.
• The bottom is smooth and unmarked, characteristic of high-quality mid-century pieces whose attributions were traditionally kept on their outer wooden storage boxes.
• Please refer to the photos to see the spectacular reflection and immaculate state of this piece.
Care Instructions Disclaimer:
To preserve the natural urushi finish and raised gold work, keep away from direct sunlight and dry heating vents. Wipe gently only with a dry, lint-free microfiber or flannel cloth.Please message with questions or concerns.
