Antique Japanese Wooden Storage Box
Wooden boxes are a common method of safely keeping and storing delicate pottery, vases, and other ceramic, clay, and glass items in Japan. In addition to pottery, they are also widely used for a plethora of other traditional Japanese crafts including kimono accessories, wrapping cloths, chopsticks, commemorative gifts, etc, and even food.
This is an antique Japanese open wooden box from the Taisho era made to hold a set of ceramic or porcelain plates/dishes or bowls. There are two compartments of the same size and there are black kanji characters written on the sides. There are holes at the bottom that were once used to put twine or cords through to keep the box shut. The lid is missing, however, the box is made from strong wood and is excellent for general storage, DIY, or decoration.
- Brown
- Wood
- C1913
- Kanji on sides: Ordered by 4th generation Yoshikawa Zenkichi, Juumotsu (daily-use tableware), Taisho 2 (1913) October 25th, hako shinchou (renewed box)
- Item Weight: 1000 grams
- Packed Weight: 1200 grams
- Approx. dimension (long x wide x tall)
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Inside: [Whole] 29 x 14.5 x 21 cm, [Compartments] 14 x 14.5 x 21 cm
- Outside: 30.5 x 16 x 23 cm
- Good condition considering age. Chips and dark marks. Some scratches and discolorations. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- We got this box at an estate sale in Nagano, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
