Antique Japanese Lacquer Box with Crane Motif, 1920s

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No. 137 Decorative antique lacquer box in Japanese style with an elaborate crane motif in gold lacquer. Classic Asian depiction … Read more No. 137 Decorative antique lacquer box in Japanese style with an elaborate crane motif in gold lacquer. Classic Asian depiction with a pine tree and stylized landscape elements – typical of traditional Japanese lacquer art (Shikki). The fine painting and warm brown tones make this piece particularly decorative and collectible. Height approx. 10 cm, width approx. 35 cm, depth approx. 24 cm. Wooden body with lacquer coating and gold decoration. Motif: cranes, tree landscape, floral elements. Interior lacquered black. with lock, no key. Condition: signs of age-related wear, especially significant lacquer chipping on the edges, scratches, and abrasion – see photos. See less