Vintage Japanese Lacquer Trinket Boxes Pair Maki-e Calligraphy Bird Gilt Japan

USD 144.00

Condition: Heavily worn with lots of scratches, scuffs, and lacquer loss throughout. One box has a large chipped corner with splitting and exposed substrate; interior corners show cracks and warping. Interiors are dusty and stained from age; lids still sit on boxes but fit is loose. Sold as-is for restoration or display.

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View Vintage Japanese Lacquer Trinket Boxes Pair Maki-e Calligraphy Bird Gilt Japan with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Pair of small rectangular Japanese lacquer boxes with fitted lids, sold together. Decoration: one lid features gilded calligraphy, the other a gilt bird and foliage motif in maki‑e style. Color/finish: deep brown to black lacquer with gold-toned designs; glossy exterior, plain aged interiors. Material: lacquer over a paper/papier-mâché type substrate (based on visible layered core at losses). Maker/marks: no maker marks or barcodes visible. Use: display, storage for small keepsakes, or restoration project. Features: two-piece lidded construction, rounded corners, lightweight build. Special notes: Japanese script visible on one lid; sold as found. Condition: Heavily worn with lots of scratches, scuffs, and lacquer loss throughout. One box has a large chipped corner with splitting and exposed substrate; interior corners show cracks and warping. Interiors are dusty and stained from age; lids still sit on boxes but fit is loose. Sold as-is for restoration or display.. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › Japan › Boxes.

Primary Material: Paper
Country of Origin: Japan
Color: Brown
Original/Reproduction: Unknown
Age: Unknown
Region of Origin: Japan