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Attractive Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Black-gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako)
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Attractive Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Black-gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako)

19th century
Sold 16 April 2025 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Nice Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Black-Gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako) decorated in gold takamaki-e with chrysanthemums and a go board, the flowers extending over the sides of the lid and the box. The sides have silvered-metal fittings in the form of a plum blossom attached with a loose ring handle incorporating a tasselled silk cord. Measures 24.5cm x 9cm x 8cm.

Good condition with little wear.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Lacquer Letter Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
24.5cm (9.65")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1044994
Dealers Internal Reference
AD574/24
Description
Nice Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Black-Gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako) decorated in gold takamaki-e with chrysanthemums and a go board, the flowers extending over the sides of the lid and the box.
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The sides have silvered-metal fittings in the form of a plum blossom attached with a loose ring handle incorporating a tasselled silk cord.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Measures 24.5cm x 9cm x 8cm.

Good condition with little wear.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Japanese Lacquer Letter Box to the 19th Century.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
24.5cm (9.65")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1044994
Dealers Internal Ref
AD574/24
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Attractive Japanese Meiji (Late 19thc) Black-gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako)

Archive II An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View II
Archive III An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View III
Archive IV An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View IV
Archive V An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View V
Archive VI An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View VI
Archive VII An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View VII
Archive VIII An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View VIII
Archive IX An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View IX
Archive X An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord. View X
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Somerset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/antikdragon
Verified Since Oct 2021
Items For Sale 35
Items Sold 783
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An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord.
Attractive Japanese Meiji (late 19thC) Black-Gold Lacquer Rounded Rectangular Letter Box (Fubako)
Ref: SA1044994
An oblong black lacquer letter box featuring gold maki-e floral and architectural motifs, fastened with an orange silk cord.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectLetter Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Japanese
  • MaterialWood, Urushi lacquer, Gold powder, Silk cord
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsChrysanthemum floral motifs, Gold maki-e technique, Rounded rectangular profile, Silk cord closure
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 24.5 cm (10 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Meiji period lacquerware spans from 1868 to 1912, a time when Japanese craftsmanship gained international acclaim through world expositions, combining traditional techniques with innovative artistic designs.

These pieces are crafted from wood coated with successive layers of sap from the lacquer tree, often decorated using the maki-e technique where gold and silver powder is sprinkled onto wet lacquer.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit fine hand-painted details, natural wear consistent with age, traditional wooden core construction, and meticulous finishing on the interior surfaces.

Positioning the object as a focal point on a plain surface such as a coffee table or a console allows the intricate metallic detailing to stand out against modern minimal backdrops.

Lacquer items should be kept away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, cleaning them only with a soft, dry microfibre cloth without using chemical polishes.
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