JAPANESE LACQUER BOXES

Posted Tue, 10/27/2009 - 8:14am by jim_ross

Category:

Asian Art

Medium - What is the item made out of (e.g. "silver")?:

wood

Distinguishing marks or signature (e.g. artist's name, silver hallmark):

possible royal family mark on side

Date Period (Estimated date of item if known):

told 1800's

Size and dimensions of this item:

main box 41/2" X 16 1/2"------------larger box 18 1/2 x 7 3/4 x6 2/4"

Condition:

Excellent

History:

was bought in japan 1957 my parents were told was from royal family, i was told by others later that the sterling silver side brackets were high quality

Long Description and Pictures (jpg, gif, png):

main box very good condition some cracking in gold leaf but all gold intact, inside has much gold dust in lacquer. large outer box good shape some small chips and ware show

eBay Auction Link:

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Free Classifieds:

Yes, list item as "For Sale"

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