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Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132
Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132

Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Shishi Lion Gold BA132

 Vintage Japanese Buddhist Altar Butsudan Drawer

This item comes from a Japanese vintage wooden Buddhist altar cabinet. This deep, narrow drawer is mostly coated in classic black lacquer with red on the inside. The front contains intricate brass boarder embellishments along with some makie floral designs. The main feature is a painted makie dancing Shishi lion on a gold and black flecked background.

In Japan, the Buddhist altar is a place to enshrine the principal image that is the center of faith, and is a sacred place to hold memorial services for ancestors as a "small temple in the home".

  • Black, gold, red
  • Wood, brass metal
  • C1950
  • Item weight: 636 grams
  • Packed weight: 1036 grams
  • Approx. 29.5 cm long x 13.5 cm wide x 18 cm tall x 17 cm deep
  • Good condition considering its age. Black lacquer on sides is cracking a little along the seams. Red lacquer inside has small chips and discolorations. Wear and tear due to use. Please see the photos.

  • Acquired in an estate sale in Gifu, 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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