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A Japanese Lacquer Suzuri-bako (Writing Box)

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A Japanese Lacquer Suzuri-bako (Writing Box)

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A Japanese Lacquer Suzuri-bako (Writing Box), late 19th-early 20th century in date, is decorated on the exterior with cinnabar red lacquer over black motifs of kimono hanging over a rack and fish bowl painted in black. The interior of the box is decorated with a black lacquer ground and motifs in silver and gold in relief. the interior lid is accented by a motif of silk with noshi and pine and plum branches attached, indicating is was probably a new year's gift. The interior of the box is further enlivened with images of peonies growing near a reed fence. The writing box comes with a tomobako with inscriptions on lid. Provenance: The James and Christine Heusinger Collection
Dimensions: W. 7 1/2" x H.9 1/4"
Condition: Excellent Condition.

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A Japanese Lacquer Suzuri-bako (Writing Box)

Name: A Japanese Lacquer Suzuri-bako (Writing Box)
SKU: 171810413
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $800

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