Antique Japanese Oxblood Maki-e Lacquer Box – Hand-Painted Bird & Cherry Blossom For Sale

Ca 8\" x 4 3/4\" x 3\" Hauthentic antique/vintage Japanese lacquer box, dating to the early 20th century (Meiji / Taisho period). This beautiful piece of Asian art features a deep oxblood/maroon-red lacquer finish adorned with traditional hand-painted gold maki-e decorations.The tiered, slope-sided lid depicts a beautiful scene of a long-tailed paradise flycatcher bird perched upon a blooming cherry blossom tree branch, with a second bird depicted in flight nearby. The sides of the box are gently detailed with smaller hand-painted gold floral sprays.When opened, the interior features a convenient divided double-compartment layout lined with its original light tan textured fabric base. The inside of the domed lid reveals a beautiful surprise: a high-gloss lacquer finish framed by an intricate gold floral vine garland border.Specifications:

• Type: Rectangular Lacquer Storage / Stationary / Glove Box
• Origin: Japan (Early 20th Century)
• Material: Wood base with traditional Urushi lacquer work
• Color Palette: Oxblood / Maroon Red exterior, Black accents, Gold & Pink enamels
• Interior: Divided double compartment with original fabric base liner

Condition Note (Please Read):
This piece is in stable vintage condition but shows clear signs of age, utility, and historical wear:

• Lacquer Wear: There is a notable, stable tight hairline crack or split along the back lower lip edge of the lid right above the left hinge area, as well as minor corner lacquer loss/exposed wood composite under-layers along the lid corners and bottom rim.
• Surface: Minor surface scuffs, tiny flea bites, and light lacquer rubbing throughout consistent with authentic antiquity.
• Hardware: The brass hinges are securely attached and open/close smoothly. The butterfly-shaped front lock plate latch framework is present and secure. No key is included.
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