Antique Japanese Lacquer Wood Bento Box Lid Decoration Gold Makie Kago Cart L356
Antique Japanese Lacquer Wood Bento Box Lid Decoration Gold Makie Kago Cart L356
Antique Japanese Makie Bento Box Lid Decoration
This is an antique lid of a bento box intended to be used as home decoration. It is made of wood lacquered black on the front side and red on the back. It features a beautifully detailed image of a royal carriage cart (kago). It is also called gyusha or goshoguruma, a cart drawn by an ox. It is a really popular motif. It is paired with lush pine trees.
Maki-e is a decorative painting technique done by sprinkling gold powder onto wet lacquer before it hardens.
- Black, gold
- Wood, lacquer
- C1900
- Item weight: 331 grams
- Packed weight: 631 grams
- Approx. 22.5 cm long x 24.5 cm wide x 1.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Lacquer chipped on corners. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
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This was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, 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. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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