Description
We are selling this beautiful little Japanese Maki-e lacquer box. This box may have been for writing instruments or brushes and has silver and gold floral decoration with beautiful gold lacquer interior. Probably 19th century Meiji period.
Condition: Antique condition with a split and some loss at one corner. Tarnish on silver lacquer.
Dimensions:
Height 9 Inches 22.9 cm
Width 3 Inches 7.5 cm
Depth 1 5/8 Inches 4.1 cm
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some age wear and oxidation with tarnishing to the silver. Split with damage at one corner of the box.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Lacquer
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition: Antique condition with a split and some loss at one corner. Tarnish on silver lacquer.
Dimensions:
Height 9 Inches 22.9 cm
Width 3 Inches 7.5 cm
Depth 1 5/8 Inches 4.1 cm
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some age wear and oxidation with tarnishing to the silver. Split with damage at one corner of the box.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Lacquer
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some age wear and oxidation with tarnishing to the silver. Split with damage at one corner of the box.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
1.62 x 9 x 3 in
19th Century Japanese Meiji Maki-E Lacquer Gold and Silver Box
Estimate $240-$450
Starting Bid
$120
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Oct 21, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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