CHOKIN ART Black LACQUER WOOD TRINKET jewelry MUSIC BOX W/CHRYSANTHEMUMS mirror

Description

View CHOKIN ART Black LACQUER WOOD TRINKET jewelry MUSIC BOX W/CHRYSANTHEMUMS mirror with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Gilding gold & silver to copper engravings is known in Japan as CHOKIN. This incredible art has been handed down from generation to generation for more than 700 years in Japan. This beautiful black lacquer wood trinket box is also a music box decorated with chrysanthemums is a stunning piece of Japanese culture. This beautiful black lacquer wood trinket box is also a music box decorated with chrysanthemums is a stunning piece of Japanese culture. The box has a provenance of ownership history available and was made in Japan. It is a perfect addition to any collection of Asian collectibles or as a unique gift for someone special. The intricate design and attention to detail make this box a true work of art. It is ideal for storing small jewelry or trinkets and will add a touch of elegance to any room. Size is 6" x 4" x 3" My husband bought this for me in the 1970s from Kathy's Import Chalet in Englewood, Colorado.  I have never stored any thing inside of it, so the red fabric covering is still like new.  It has always just been used as a display. The music it plays is classical, but do not know the name of the tune.  It cost $50. at that time. Gilding gold & silver to copper engravings is known in Japan as CHOKIN. This incredible art has been handed down from generation to generation for more than 700 years in Japan. The stunning Chokin art works first appeared on the armament of the mighty samurai warriors in the late 12th century bsmt NwShlf Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Boxes.

Country of Origin

Japan

Provenance

Ownership History Available

Culture

Japanese