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Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860
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Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860

19th century
Sold 3 March 2025 · London Fine Antiques
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Description

This is an antique ceremonial presentation box. A Japanese, lacquered decorative serving case, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1860.

Fascinating form and decorative appeal

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

Black lacquered Japanning provides a superb canvas for the decor

Accentuated with a palette of gold, red and green to great effect

Superb traditional scenes adorn each fascia, with figures, temples and Torii gates

Deep lid over raised base, offering a generous serving tray once removed

This is a striking antique ceremonial presentation box, with striking Japanned finish and colourful decorative scenes. Delivered polished and ready to serve.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Max Depth: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Max Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Interior Width: 35cm (13.75'')

Interior Depth: 35cm (13.75'')

Interior Height: 12.5cm (5'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 18.9564

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Lacquered Presentation Box to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1031813
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9564
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Description
This is an antique ceremonial presentation box. A Japanese, lacquered decorative serving case, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1860.

Fascinating form and decorative appeal

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order

fig 1. An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
fig 1. Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860

Black lacquered Japanning provides a superb canvas for the decor

Accentuated with a palette of gold, red and green to great effect

Superb traditional scenes adorn each fascia, with figures, temples and Torii gates

fig 2. An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
fig 2. Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860

Deep lid over raised base, offering a generous serving tray once removed

“
This is a striking antique ceremonial presentation box, with striking Japanned finish and colourful decorative scenes.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered polished and ready to serve.

fig 3. An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
fig 3. Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860

Dimensions:

Max Width: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Max Depth: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Max Height: 17cm (6.75'')

Interior Width: 35cm (13.75'')

Interior Depth: 35cm (13.75'')

Interior Height: 12.5cm (5'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 4. An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
fig 4. Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9564

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Antique Lacquered Presentation Box to the Victorian era.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
38.5cm (15.16")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1031813
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9564
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
Antique Ceremonial Presentation Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Decor, Victorian, 1860
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An antique black lacquered presentation box featuring hand-painted gilt figures and pagoda motifs against a dark background.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialWood, Lacquer, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsHand-painted pagoda landscape, Figural narrative scenes, Gilt line borders, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 38.5 cm (15 in) x D 38.5 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Lacquering is an ancient Asian craft utilising natural tree sap to create a durable, glossy finish that was historically used to protect and present items of high value or ceremonial importance.

Traditional lacquerware typically utilises a wooden base coated with multiple layers of refined sap from the lacquer tree, often embellished with hand-painted mineral pigments and metallic dust such as gold leaf.

Authentic pieces often exhibit fine natural craquelure, subtle signs of age and wear to the surface, and traditional hand-applied techniques rather than modern synthetic finishes or machine prints.

Such objects work effectively as focal points on surfaces such as sideboards, coffee tables, or open shelving, adding historic depth and contrasting textures to minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, cleaning only with a soft, dry cloth, and avoiding chemical solvents or abrasive polishes.
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