Step into traditional Japanese craftsmanship with this portable lacquer box, adorned with a mother-of-pearl cherry blossom inlay. Designed for versatile storage, this wooden cabinet opens to reveal specialized internal compartments: the right side holds divided sections ideal for sake cups or small sencha tea bowls, while the left side fits larger items like sake bottles and tea caddies. A built-in drawer offers extra space for small accessories.
Portable lacquerware holds a long tradition in Japanese culture, often crafted for outdoor outings, tea gatherings, and elegant entertaining. The raden technique sets iridescent shell fragments into deep lacquer surfaces, creating subtle shimmering patterns that catch the light.
This vintage piece measures 193 mm wide, 188 mm deep, and 238 mm high when closed, expanding to a width of 390 mm when opened. It shows age-related rubbing, light surface scratches, and scuffs on the black lacquer bottom, all part of its authentic vintage character. Because it is an older item, the load capacity of the carrying handle is unknown, so please handle it with care.
Antique lacquered wooden carrying box with scattered cherry blossom mother-of-pearl inlay. When opened, the right side has divided compartments for sake cups or sencha tea bowls, while the left side holds a sake flask, tea caddy, or similar items. Includes a drawer for small accessories.
Features a handle, though its load capacity is unknown due to age; handle with care. Age-related rubbing and small scratches are present, including wear on the bottom. The black lacquered surface is the underside.
Size when closed: 193 mm deep × 188 mm wide × 238 mm high. Width when opened: 390 mm.
