A beautifully preserved vintage Takaoka lacquerware box from Japan, decorated with an elegant floral maki-e design across a deep black ground.
Delicate pink blossoms appear among flowing branches and golden foliage, creating a vivid contrast against the glossy black lacquer surface.
The compact rectangular form and richly decorated lid make this piece equally appealing as a functional storage box and as a decorative example of Japanese lacquer craftsmanship.
TAKAOKA LACQUERWARE
Takaoka lacquerware is a traditional Japanese craft associated with Takaoka in Toyama Prefecture.
The region is known for its highly decorative lacquerware and sophisticated surface ornamentation.
This piece combines that lacquer tradition with maki-e decoration, giving the small box a remarkably rich visual presence.
MAKI-E DECORATION
The piece is identified as featuring maki-e, a traditional Japanese lacquer decoration technique in which metallic powder is used to create decorative imagery on a lacquered surface.
Here, the floral composition spreads freely across the black ground, combining pink blossoms with flowing branches and golden details.
The contrast between the dark lacquer and luminous decoration gives the surface depth and changes subtly depending on the light.
USE & DISPLAY
Originally created as a small lidded storage box, it can be used for jewelry, accessories, keepsakes, tea-related objects, stationery, or other small personal items.
It can also be displayed simply as an example of traditional Japanese decorative arts.
Its compact rectangular form works beautifully on a shelf, desk, dressing table, console, or alongside Japanese ceramics and other craft objects.
SIZE
Width:
Approx. 15 cm / 5.91 in
Depth:
Approx. 10 cm / 3.94 in
Height:
Approx. 6 cm / 2.36 in
Craft: Takaoka Lacquerware
Decoration: Maki-e
Type: Lidded storage box / decorative box
Origin: Japan
Period: Vintage
Includes original storage box.
CONDITION
Excellent vintage condition.
This is an unused piece that has been preserved in long-term storage.
It remains in remarkably beautiful condition with no noticeable major damage.
Very minor signs associated with age or long-term storage may be present. Please refer carefully to the photographs for the exact condition.
Subtle variations in the lacquer surface and handcrafted decoration are part of the character of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.
This is a one-of-a-kind vintage piece. The photographs show the actual item you will receive.
