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Bako Japanese Box In Gold Lacquer With A Seascape - Japan

A richly decorated carved and lacquered wooden bowl, featuring nashiji and takamaki lacquer. The decoration depicts a seaside landscape with a temple and fishing boats. On the front is a small island [...]

Period: 19th century

2 600 €
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Japanese Metal Box With Insect, 19th Century

Black patinated metal box with embossed decoration of insects and red and gold flowers within a chiseled leaf design. Japan, 19th century. Weight: 233 grams.

Period: 19th century

250 €
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Antique Wooden Box Finely Inlaid With Mother-of-pearl, Indochinese Work

Antique wooden box finely inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Indochinese work from the late 19th to early 20th century. Elongated in shape, it is richly decorated with vegetal scrolls, stylized flowers, and[...]

Period: 19th century

320 €
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Large Japanese Lacquer Jewelry Box By Houzelot, Passage Jouffroy, Paris

Important jewelry box dating from the 1870s-1880s, in brown lacquer dusted with gold and black, decorated with medallions containing birds, landscapes, and an immortal on a quill in the center. The in[...]

Period: 19th century

670 €

Five-panel Inrō – Japan, 19th Century

This exceptional five-panel inrō in black and gold lacquer is a refined testament to the art of maki-e from the late Edo period. Standing 6 cm tall, it features a continuous design of great narrative [...]

Period: 19th century

300 €
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Chanab Altar Chest, Lacquered Wood, China, 19th Century

A very pretty box (called a Chanab) made of blackened lacquered wood, diamond-shaped and richly decorated with gold. One side features traditional scenes with figures, while the other depicts a rich, [...]

Period: 19th century

300 €
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Antique Japanese Inrō, Black Lacquer, Landscape And Calligraphic Decoration, Netsuke

Antique Japanese inrō in black lacquer, composed of several compartments. One side is decorated with a traditional Japanese landscape featuring a pavilion, mountains, and stylized vegetation, enhanced[...]

Period: 19th century

1 100 €

Bronze Cloisonné Box, China, 19th Century

This 19th-century Chinese bronze box is beautifully cloisonné and bears a signature on the base. It is a large, finely crafted piece. We note some signs of wear consistent with age, a dent in one corn[...]

Period: 19th century

800 €

Chinese Cloisonné Bonbonnière, 19th Century, Dragon Decoration

This large, spectacular candy dish from the late 19th century is decorated with a dragon on the top and is beautifully crafted. Regarding its condition, please note some oxidation of the metal, signs [...]

Period: 19th century

550 €

Japanese Lacquered Box And Its Edo Diamond-patterned Tray - Japan

A carved and lacquered wooden box with an integrated tray in the shape of two interlocking diamonds. The exterior of the box features geometric and traditional designs in gold makie lacquer on a black[...]

Period: 19th century

2 900 €
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Sage- Jubako Japanese Lacquered Box Picnic Carrier Asian Cranes

In keeping with the tradition of Hanami, this Sage Jubaku transport box with a handle on top and from the Edo period is composed of: - Transport box (h 31 cm, l 32 cm, w 19 cm) to be restored - Jubako[...]

Period: 19th century

800 €
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Canton Enamel Box, Workshop Stamp, China, Late 19th Century

Superb oval box decorated with lotus and peonies on an apple green background in Cantonese enamel; the reverse bears a workshop mark indicating superior quality. Chinese work from the Canton province,[...]

Period: 19th century

430 €

Late 19th Century Lacquered Chinese Tea Caddy

An elegant, lacquered Chinese tea caddy from the late 19th century.It is decorated on all sides with scenes of daily life depicting figures in natural settings.It rests on four gilt, claw-shaped feet.[...]

Period: 19th century

250 €

Chinese Carved Ivory Box – China, Canton – Qing Dynasty, Mid-19th Century

Chinese Export Box in Carved Ivory – China, Canton, mid-19th century. Important rectangular wooden box entirely covered with ivory plaques carved in low relief, made in Canton (Guangzhou) for the West[...]

Period: 19th century

2 400 €
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China Porcelain Box, 19th Century

Porcelain box or ointment jar, China, 19th century. Height 5 cm, Diameter 7.7 cm

Period: 19th century

100 €

Large Chinese Jewelry Box, 19th Century – Black Lacquer On Wood With Engraved Metal Fittings

This large 19th-century jewelry box captivates with its refined decoration and exquisite craftsmanship. Made of deep black lacquered wood, it is adorned with delicate floral and avian scenes painted i[...]

Period: 19th century

660 €

Japan, Lacquered Wooden Box Inlaid With Musical And Theatrical Instruments, Meiji Period

Sorry, no export out of European Union.Small cylindrical box on three feet, in shape of hokai, made of ebony or black wood and inlaid with 15 delicately carved musical and theatrical instruments from [...]

Period: 19th century

580 €
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An Incense Box In The Shape Of A Shell With Waka Inscriptions

An incense box (kōgō) made from a real shell, painted in gold on the inside with waka (和歌) inscriptions, likely of poetic or romantic character. The object recalls the shells used in the aristocratic [...]

Period: 19th century

1 200 €

Lacquered And Decorated Tea Caddy, 19th Century

Octagonal tea caddy in black, red, and gold lacquer, decorated with scenes of daily life, pagodas, flowers, chimeras, and floral scrolls. The caddy rests on four claw feet. Late 19th century. Minor si[...]

Period: 19th century

350 €

Chinese Lacquered Tea Box, Circa 1880

Chinese Lacquer Tea Box Circa 1880 "Pretty tea box circa 1880 in black lacquer decorated with palace scenes in cartouches on all sides. It rests on four giltwood claw feet. Late 19th century Chinese w[...]

Period: 19th century

170 €

Japanese Box, Komai Workshop, Kyoto - Meiji Period

Japanese covered box in nielloed iron inlaid with gold and silver. Komai workshop, Kyoto, Japan. Meiji period (1868-1912). The lid is finely inlaid with a seated figure. Some wear necessitates minor r[...]

Period: 19th century

3 500 €

Antique Vietnamese Solid Silver Box, Dragons, Deer & Carp, Hallmarked

Antique Vietnamese solid silver cylindrical box, richly decorated in repoussé work and dating to the late 19th–early 20th century. The lid features a lively dragon in high relief among swirling clouds[...]

Period: 19th century

345 €
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Pair Of Miniature Vietnamese Solid Silver Boxes, Circa 1900 Dolls House?

Pair of tiny Vietnamese antique miniature solid silver boxes, worked in high relief with floral and geometric decoration, dating to around 1900. The larger box is circular with a domed lid and almost[...]

Period: 19th century

345 €
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Antique Vietnamese Solid Silver Octagonal Box With Deer Repoussé, Dynastie Nguyễn

A fine Vietnamese solid silver octagonal box, dating to circa 1890–1920 and likely produced in the Huế region. The lid is decorated in raised repoussé with a graceful deer beneath flowering branches,[...]

Period: 19th century

285 €
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Antique Vietnamese Solid Silver Ladies Powder Box, Scholars & Flowers, Nguyễn Dynasty

A beautifully detailed Vietnamese silver cosmetic powder box (seo), dating to the Nguyễn Dynasty (1802–1945), likely late 19th–early 20th century. Circular in form and richly decorated in relief, the[...]

Period: 19th century

225 €
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Lacquered Box

Octagonal lacquered wooden box with Asian decor

Period: 19th century

320 €

Japanese Box In Carved Boxwood, Meiji Period (circa 1868–1912) - Japan - 19th Century

A Japanese box carved from boxwood, Meiji period (circa 1868–1912). This charming oval box, entirely carved from boxwood (tsuge), depicts a woven basket overflowing with fruit, leaves, and lively litt[...]

Period: 19th century

2 000 €
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Chinese Porcelain Box With Engraved Brass Mount, 19th Century

Rectangular Chinese porcelain box, famille rose with peony decoration, engraved brass mount, 19th century.

Period: 19th century

350 €

Chinese Box In Cinnabar Lacquer

A very pretty round box made of red cinnabar lacquer. Over time, the lacquer has changed color, becoming a dark burgundy, almost black. Reddish hues remain in places. Floral decoration adorns the top [...]

Period: 19th century

200 €

Small Chinese Box, Burgauté Lacquer, Napoleon III Period, Wood And Mother-of-pearl

Small Chinese lacquered box with a four-sided decoration of figures and a landscape. Antique key, colored mother-of-pearl mosaic border. Worn red fabric lining needs replacing. The items shown in the [...]

Period: 19th century

450 €

Small Box In Red Lacquer From Beijing And Silver-plated Metal, Circa 1900

Small circular box in red Beijing lacquer and silver-plated metal, decorated with flowers and calligraphy, circa 1900, in very good condition.

Period: 19th century

110 €

Inrō, Wood, Japan, Meiji Era (1868-1912)

Oval-section inrō. It is composed of three superimposed flattened segments. Its surface is decorated with animal representations showing resting horses in a simplified setting. Japan, Meiji era (1868-[...]

Period: 19th century

375 €

Cinnabar Box Decorated With A Dragon

Cinnabar box with dragon decoration. Very beautiful early 20th-century piece in cinnabar lacquer. Good overall condition despite some minor lacquer losses. Magnificent model. Free and insured shipping[...]

Period: 19th century

450 €

Kashmir 19th Century Papier-mâché Box

19th century Kashmir papier-mâché box decorated with flowers and birds

Period: 19th century

250 €

Necessary Box For Lacquered Decoration China Scene Napoleon III Period

NECESSARY BOX WITH LACQUER DECOR CHINA SCENE NAPOLEON III PERIOD, It is lacquered with golden highlights. Compartments inside, with many pieces. For the condition, a shock on the lid. The lock has no [...]

Period: 19th century

850 €

Small Japanese Cabinet In Lacquered Wood With Gilding, Landscapes, Pagoda, Characters, 19th Century

Small Japanese (jewelry) cabinet in lacquered wood enhanced with gilding, opening with two doors and 5 drawers, decorated with figures in pagoda landscapes, as well as flowers and foliage, from Japan,[...]

Period: 19th century

350 €
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Jewelry Box Made Of Lacquered Wood With Gilding, Birds, Cranes, Flowers, Japan, 19th Century

Jewelry (or work) box in lacquered wood enhanced with gilding, decorated on the top with two birds (cranes), as well as foliage, vases and flowering branches, opening with a drawer, from Japan, 19th c[...]

Period: 19th century

250 €
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China Canton Tea Box In Gold Lacquered Wood, 19th Century

Octagonal tea box in gilded black lacquer. Decorated with scenes of dignitaries on a background of floral scrolls. Rests on four claw feet. Opens onto two incised tin boxes decorated with figures. Wor[...]

Period: 19th century

480 €

Lacquer Travel Box With Mount Fuji & Cranes Decor, Japan, 19th Century

Beautiful and refined travel box in gold lacquer with decoration of Mount Fuji & Cranes, Japanese work XIXth Meiji period. It is composed as follows on the lid of an animated decoration in the foregro[...]

Period: 19th century

1 150 €

Pair Of Cinnabar Lacquered Makeup Boxes - China - Qing Dynasty - 19th Century

Exceptional pair of round carved cinnabar lacquer boxes (tihong), refined examples of Chinese decorative art from the Qing Dynasty. Diameter: 6 cm Thickness: 3.5 cm Material: Cinnabar red lacquer Peri[...]

Period: 19th century

950 €

Korean Lacquered Wood Cabinet With Mother-of-pearl Inlays, Joseon Dynasty, 19th Century

Lacquered wood cabinet with mother-of-pearl inlays. The front has four drawers decorated with mandarin ducks, birds, lotuses, bamboo, flowers, fruit, and stylized flower motifs. 19th century. Korea, J[...]

Period: 19th century

1 240 €

Chinese Tea Box

Magnificent and rare Asian lacquered wooden box with a scene decoration of characters in gilding on a beautiful black lacquer! In very good condition! Height 18 cm by 13 cm in diameter. Very pretty an[...]

Period: 19th century

850 €

Japan Satsuma Hododa, Ceramic Box, 19th Century

Japanese ceramic box or casket from Satsuma, signed Hododa. Lovely geometric decoration. Late 19th century period. Delivery 14 euros in France, 25 euros in the EU and 80 euros rest of the world.

Period: 19th century

300 €
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China, Late 19th Century - Carved And Lacquered Wooden Box

China, 19th century - Wooden box carved with figures and foliage and gilded lacquer, opening with a lid

Period: 19th century

200 €

Jewelry Box, South China, Late 19th Century.

South China jewelry box, late 19th century. Made of exotic wood, decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays and brass mounts. Opening with two doors revealing six drawers and two pull-out niches. The upper[...]

Period: 19th century

1 650 €

Japan, Box, Fumibako, Black And Gold Lacquer, Late 19th Century.

Japan, Very beautiful letter box, in lacquered wood, Fumibako, Beautiful gold decoration of a bird on a flowering branch, Interior also in lacquer, In good condition, small traces of use, tiny small c[...]

Period: 19th century

350 €
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Lacquer Inro With Lake Kawaguchi Landscape - Wood, Lacquer - Japan - Edo Period (1600–1868)

JAPAN, INRO with five boxes in fundame lacquer Decorated in hira maki-e and kirigane with a landscape. Depicts a view of Lake Kawaguchi from where the Chureito pagoda can be seen between the mountains[...]

Period: 19th century

1 400 €
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Large Lacquered Wooden Box Inlaid With Mother-of-pearl From South China, Vietnam Or Cambodia

Large lacquered wooden box inlaid with mother-of-pearl in the shape of flowers, butterflies, bamboo, Greek motifs... Brought China to France by a French officer around 1890. Beautiful ornamentation wh[...]

Period: 19th century

1 800 €

Lacquer Box From China And Indochina.

Black lacquer box with inlays, 19th century, China or Indochina. Very pretty empty pocket box with very beautiful lacquer work with mother-of-pearl inlays highlighting the deep black of the lacquer by[...]

Period: 19th century

380 €

Japan, Meiji Era (1868–1912) - Tonkotsu In Carved Wood, Floral Decoration And Scrolls

Japan, Meiji era (1868–1912).Carved wooden tonkotsu tobacco box, dark reddish-brown. High-relief decoration with a central flower (chrysanthemum/sun motif) framed by swirling scrolls suggesting waves[...]

Period: 19th century

480 €

Round Rosewood And Mother-of-pearl Box, Indochina, Late 19th Century, Floral And Bird Decoration

Elegant work from Indochina, late 19th and early 20th century. Superb circular box in dark rosewood, richly decorated with polychrome mother-of-pearl inlays. The lid features a central floral composit[...]

Period: 19th century

300 €

Tebako - Fan Box, Maki-e Lacquer, Japan, Meiji Era (1868-1912)

Tebako wooden box covered with lacquer and gilding. The decorations on the lid, made in particular using the maki-e metal powder technique, represent fans with landscapes. Inside, a tray decorated wit[...]

Period: 19th century

650 €

China 19th Century / Large Lacquered Wooden Box With Gilded Decoration Of Figures And Pagodas

CHINA 19th CENTURY / LARGE LACQUERED WOODEN BOX WITH GILDED DECORATION OF FIGURES AND PAGODAS, STANDING ON FOUR GILDED WOODEN CLAW FEET, THE LID REVEALING COVERED BOXES AND RECTANGULAR CUPS DECORATED [...]

Period: 19th century

680 €

Lacquered Wooden Sewing Box In The Shape Of A Butterfly, China, Canton 19th Century

CHINA, Canton - 19th century Amazing butterfly-shaped sewing box in black and gold lacquered wood, inlaid with mother-of-pearl. It contains 5 small shaped boxes on the upper part and below, 3 more box[...]

Period: 19th century

850 €

Unusual Japanese Lacquer Mailbox From The Edo Period (fubako)

An unusual Japanese lacquer letter box (fubako), Edo period, first half of the 19th century or earlier. Of overlapping lid (kabusebuta) form and unusually decorated with thick white, red and black rai[...]

Period: 19th century

1 440 €
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Beautiful Chinese Lacquered Wooden Box, Silver-plated Brass Mounts, Possible Huanghuali, 19thc

Very nice box, rectangular format, in black lacquered wood. Mounts, spandrels of stylized shape and hinges in brass, formerly silvered. The wood strongly resembles Huanghuali, which would explain the [...]

Period: 19th century

325 €

Napoleon III Period Box In Burgauté Lacquer, Padded On The Inside

NAPOLEON III PERIOD BOX IN BURGAUTÉ LACQUER, PADDED ON THE INSIDE DIMENSIONS / 30 CM LONG X 10 CM WIDE X 10 CM HEIGHT

Period: 19th century

240 €

Tebako Covered Box In Lacquered Bamboo With A Decoration Of A Lake Landscape At Mount Fuji - Edo Period

Rectangular tebako covered box made of maki-e lacquered bamboo decorated with a lake landscape with three boats, and Mount Fuji in the background. A removable rectangular tray inside. Some lacquer los[...]

Period: 19th century

2 450 €

Kodansu Lacquerware Box - Edo Period (1603-1868).

JAPAN - Edo period (1603-1868) Rectangular kodansu box made of paulownia wood opening with a lid and a drawer on the front revealing lacquer tools. The lid is largely covered with a layer of colorful [...]

Period: 19th century

2 450 €

Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Box, Vietnam/indochina, Late 19th Century.

Oriental wooden box inlaid with mother-of-pearl. The extremely intricate decoration features butterflies, birds, insects, and flowers. Vietnam/Indochina, late 19th century. Dimensions: 21 x 12.5 x 11 [...]

Period: 19th century

250 €

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