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.

• 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.