Late 19th C. Antique Japanese Lidded Porcelain Box With Monkeys & Wisteria

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Here is a charming antique Japanese lidded porcelain box dating to the late Meiji–Taishō period (circa 1890–1920). The box is … Read more Here is a charming antique Japanese lidded porcelain box dating to the late Meiji–Taishō period (circa 1890–1920). The box is beautifully hand-painted with playful monkey figures set among cascading wisteria vines, a traditional Japanese motif symbolizing longevity and seasonal renewal. The artwork is detailed and expressive, with fine line work and soft shading throughout.
The lid is topped with a porcelain finial that is painted with rich gold gilt, and the edges are finished with delicate applied gold decoration, typical of higher-quality Japanese export porcelain from this era. A red square seal mark appears on the underside, a common studio mark used on Meiji–Taishō period pieces. Originally made as a decorative presentation or incense/potpourri box, this piece works beautifully today as a vanity box, jewelry box, or simply as a decorative accent on a shelf or tabletop. See less