19th Century Japanese Export Lacquer English Knife Box

Description

A wonderful example of an English knife box exported to Japan to be "Japanned" or lacquer with Asian decorations and then exported back to England Lined with red velvet with lovely oranate metal mounts Probably regency period

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear to paint. Wear to fabric lining and losses great example

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Lacquer, Metal, Wood

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear to paint. Wear to fabric lining and losses great example

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

13.25 x 8.75 x 9.5 in

19th Century Japanese Export Lacquer English Knife Box

Lot 0142

Estimate $380-$1,880

Aug 30, 2026, 7:35 PM EDT

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$190

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