Vintage 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 box is made from strong wood and has three compartments. It was used to store rice bowls and it is excellent for general storage, DIY, or decoration.
- Brown
- Wood
- C1970
- Some characters on box: 会津塗 aidzu-nuri Aizu lacquerware, 椀 wan bowl
- Item Weight: 514 grams
- Packed Weight: 1014 grams
- Approx. dimension (long x wide x tall)
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Inside: 25.1 x 15.2 x 12.1 cm
- Outside: 26.3 x 16.2 x 13 cm
- Compartments: 12.3 x 15.2 x 8.5 cm AND 12.2 x 7.3 x 8.5 cm AND 12.2 x 7.4 x 8.5 cm
- Good condition considering age. Lid is slightly warped. Stains, scratches and marks on lid. Scratches on one side of the box. 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.
