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Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian
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Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is an antique Meiji table box. A Japanese, lacquer loose leaf tea case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Wonderful example of Japanese craftsmanship, with rich colour and practicality

Displays a desirable aged patina, and in good original order

Lacquered case presented in deep brown with contrasting scarlet red interiors

Gilt accents adorn each fascia with a delicate, hand-applied finish

Graced with a suite of drawers across the upper and lower fascia, in addition to the interior

Lidded compartment to the sarcophagus form top, replete with removable tray — key absent

Two small upper drawers over one long in the lower fascia

Each drawer dressed with brass drop handles over shaped backplates

Pair of doors with ebonised panels, hosting Bodhi icons in gilt painted finish

Brass sliding clasp opens the right hand door, the left held with pin to reverse

Six drawers fascia in deep red lacquer, accentuated with chrysanthemum motif

Ideal for use as a loose leaf tea case, specimen case or jewellery box

This is an attractive antique Meiji table box, with a striking visual appearance and practical number of storage drawers. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'')

Max Height: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
43.5cm (17.13")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Japanese Lacquered Table Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1217536
Dealers Internal Reference
26071
Dealers Notes

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Description
This is an antique Meiji table box. A Japanese, lacquer loose leaf tea case, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Wonderful example of Japanese craftsmanship, with rich colour and practicality

fig 1. An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
fig 1. Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

Displays a desirable aged patina, and in good original order

Lacquered case presented in deep brown with contrasting scarlet red interiors

Gilt accents adorn each fascia with a delicate, hand-applied finish

fig 2. An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
fig 2. Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

Graced with a suite of drawers across the upper and lower fascia, in addition to the interior

Lidded compartment to the sarcophagus form top, replete with removable tray — key absent

Two small upper drawers over one long in the lower fascia

fig 3. An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
fig 3. Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

Each drawer dressed with brass drop handles over shaped backplates

Pair of doors with ebonised panels, hosting Bodhi icons in gilt painted finish

Brass sliding clasp opens the right hand door, the left held with pin to reverse

fig 4. An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
fig 4. Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

Six drawers fascia in deep red lacquer, accentuated with chrysanthemum motif

Ideal for use as a loose leaf tea case, specimen case or jewellery box

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This is an attractive antique Meiji table box, with a striking visual appearance and practical number of storage drawers.
London Fine Antiques

Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 36cm (14.25'')

Max Depth: 17cm (6.75'')

Max Height: 43.5cm (17.25'')

Height
43.5cm (17.13")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Japanese Lacquered Table Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1217536
Dealers Internal Ref
26071
London Fine Antiques
London Fine Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010

Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian

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An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
Antique Meiji Table Box, Japanese, Lacquered, Loose Leaf Tea Case, Victorian
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An open Japanese Meiji period lacquered table cabinet featuring dark brown exterior surfaces decorated with gold foliage, red interior compartments, and multiple small drawers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTable Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji
  • MaterialLacquer, Wood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown and Red
  • MotifsMaki-e gold foliage, Red lacquered interior, Brass drop handles, Hinged doors and drawers
  • SizeH 43.5 cm (17 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

A Meiji period lacquered table box is a Japanese storage chest produced during the late nineteenth to early twentieth century, characterised by detailed urushi lacquer application and gold maki-e decoration.

These items were typically constructed from lightweight timber coated in natural sap from the lacquer tree (urushi), decorated with gold or silver powders, and finished with engraved brass mounts.

Authentic pieces often display multi-layered lacquer finishes, fine gold dust embellishments (maki-e), hand-cut brass fittings, and family crest motifs, alongside signs of natural age-related craquelure.

A lacquered cabinet serves as a distinctive accent piece when placed on a sideboard, console table, or desk, harmonising well with minimalist, dark academia, or eclectic schemes.

Lacquerware should be kept away from direct sunlight, central heating sources, and excess moisture, requiring gentle dusting with a dry microfibre cloth rather than commercial polish.
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