Lacquer

A Japanese ink stone box (known as Suzuribako) with exquisite maki-e decoration from Edo period (circa mid-18th century). The box features a rectang...

Pair of Chinese Chippendale Qing Dynasty red lacquered king wood serpentine crest curvature arm chairs with decorative carved straight legs and original connecting stretchers. Mid 19...

A very large Asian Burmese gilt and lacquered wood bamboo offering vessel, container adorned with mirror and jewels colored gems with a conical removable top. Burmese temple offering covered box, with a red lacquer interior, richly decorated with gold leaf and glass "gems" on the exterior and red in the interior and bottom. Very fine handcrafted and hand painted piece of folk religious Asian Thai Art...

Suzuribako, or writing box, of rectangular shape, decorated with an imposing architecture realized in hira maki-e lacquer, probably a palatial structure, situated beside a waterfall...

A pair of Japanese Taisho period gold and red lacquer hexagonal planters from the early 20th century, with recessed reeded cartouches. Hailing from the Taisho period in Japan (1912-1...

The Design & Impact: This elegant round writing box (suzuribako) presents a breathtaking vision of Horai, the mythological utopian realm of eternal joy. The cover features a highly complex, balanced circular composition of intertwining hosoge (imaginary auspicious Buddhist flowers...

This exquisite four-case lacquered inro was dated to the latter part of 18th century to early 19th century (Edo period) and made by Shigehide. The opposite sides of the inro together features a lavish flower arrangement in a bamboo basket (ikebana). The detailed craftmanship was a true pleasure to behold. Mostly Takamaki-e (high relief) were used to texturize the delicate petals of the chrysanthemums, on which different shades of gold were used to create contrast. Raden (mother of pearl) shells were also used to highlight some leaves, rendering the piece an interesting balance of color and material. The interior was completed in a mottled gold finish. It was signed Shigehide on the bottom with a Kao. There is a small carved rabbit ojime bead...

This exquisite Meiji-period lacquer document box known as a ryoshibako showcases the meticulous artistry of maki-e, a technique of raised lacquer decoration. Adorned with gold and vi...

A 19th century Chinese export lacquer chess and backgammon board 50 cm x 50 cm with gold black lacquer board, with white and red counters ...

A large rectangular tray with scalloped corners and slightly raised gallery rim circa late 19th century to early 20th century (end of Meiji period). The center image showcases a live...

Presentation Tebako box from the Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912). Beautiful decorative presentation Tebako box from the Japanese Imperial Meiji period, circa 1880. This box has been meticulously crafted in a squared cushioned shape in wood with kara coating Kobayashi red lacquer, gilding, black lacquer and inlaid decorations of abalone shell, Raden. Tebako literally means "portable box", it is a toilet box containing the objects necessary for washing and make-up, especially blush mirror...

Small incense box (kōgō) in black persimmon wood, carved in the form of a textured, charred and overturned tree stump upon which rests a cricket. The underside of the stump bears the...

A lovely Japanese lacquer decorated tray with images of hemp leaves, maple leaves, and cherry blossoms by Zohiko, Meiji or Taisho Period, early 20th century, Japan. The graceful tra...

An antique lacquered and gilt wood buddha head on a custom wood stand circa early 19th century. The statue was finely sculpted with a wood core and th...

A delightful Chinese carved cinnabar table panel , it carved from cinnabar lacquer, A Rare Carved Red Lacquer Landscape and Figure Pattern Table Scree...

A highly unusual Japanese crackle glazed koro (incense burner or censer), lacquered and inlaid with mother-of-pearl embellishment, signed Gyokusen, Ed...

This antique kashiki candy dish features a refined design of paulownia and bamboo executed in fine gold maki-e over a deep black lacquer ground. The paulownia is associated with puri...

Japanese lacquered box decorated with birds and foliage signed Lacquered inside and outside Late 19th Century Without key Some scratches and losses Ideal for storing jewelry.

A Very Fine and Unusual Carved Red Lacquer Netsuke The reverse lacquered black Signed: Hosai Lacquer Japan Circa 1890 Size: 4.7cm high - 1⅔ ins high Provenance: W.L. Behrens...

The Design & Impact: This elegant document box (fubako) beautifully captures a dynamic and poetic natural landscape. The cover features a sophisticated diagonal composition depictin...

Early 19th century Chinese export gilt decorated black lacquer gaming board, circa 1820-1830. The game board painted with gilt seated figures in various poses on a black ground withi...

The Design & Impact: This exquisite antique suzuribako (writing box) beautifully captures the quiet poetry of a nocturnal landscape. The cover features a traditional "Pine and Mo...

Antique five tier Japanese lacquered wooden stacking box, known as a jubako. It is finished with a traditional technique called Tsugaru-nuri, specifically the kara-nuri pattern, whic...

A fabulous trio of large doubled sided pine lacquarded japanned panels, one side showing a typical garden scene with shrubbery, pagodas, birds etc. The other side is decorated with ...

The Design & Impact: This exquisite antique writing box (suzuribako) beautifully illustrates an elegant, highly decorative floral composition. The exterior and the interior lid (mika...

Pair of Chinese silver, lacquer, and mother of pearl big bowls from the 18th century. The faces each of a thin sheet of distressed silver over a body of black lacquered wood with mot...

This 19th century Japanese Pharmacy sign advertises a popular stomach medicine, Aifu from the Juwa Co. in Osaka. The hand-painted registered trademark of the world looking through bi...

Pair of Chinese silver, lacquer, and mother of pearl burgaute "Bat " bowls, each inlaid in mother of pearl with bats in flight amongst stylized clouds between a band of cash to the r...

A Japanese three-case inro with stringed carved netsuke and bead ojime from early Edo period circa 17th century. The trio accoutrement is covered in red Negoro lacquer and displays w...

Red Chinese Vintage Lacquer Box This box measures: 14.5 wide x 14.5 deep x 8 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We d...

Kōgō (incense box) in textured and lacquered wood, shaped like a physalis. The exterior surface of the box is painted with pigmented lacquer in red, orange, and yellow, gradually tra...

A Fine Lacquer Incense Burner with Makie Gold Design. This fine lacquer incense burner is a stunning example of Japanese craftsmanship. It is dated to the Edo-Meiji period, 19th cen...

A fine set of 5pieces Chinese bamboo tea cups with silvered interiors from the 17th century Qing Dynasty, the faces each of each decorated t...

This stunning Chinese hand carved cinnabar lacquered plate has Intricate lacquer carving arts of Chinese traditional Floral scene design, an original works of art in the tradition of...

English octagonal black lacquered and gilt stenciled figural pagoda hinged one drawer sewing box with exterior gilt stenciled dragon motif, interior gilt stenciled floral motif, orig...

Vintage Chinese Black & Red Lacquer Floral Painted Lidded Wooden Tea Caddy Box. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 11" H x 12" W x 12" D.

This exquisite matching pair of antique Chinese export blue and white cloisonné covered general jars is a fine example of the intricate artistry and craftsmanship of traditional Chin...

Small kogo representing a chili pepper, finished with a subtly shaded red lacquer on the body of the fruit and a textured, glossy green lacquer on the stem. The underside is executed...

A fine Japanese red and black maki-e lacquer presentation tray with original tomobako storage box, Taisho period, dated 1917, Japan. The large prese...

19th century Chinese lacquer box from the Qing dynasty. Used as box for nails made of lacquered wood. Oriental scenes in golden. In ve...

Curious small incense box, or kōgō, in red and pink lacquer, fashioned in the form of a split pomegranate. The interior is finished in gold lacquer with a crackled effect. A kōgō is ...

A Unique and lovely lacquer powder horn in the form of a turtle shell from 19th century.

Chess and backgammon lacquered wood board. China, late 19th century.

An antique Korean lacquered small chest of drawers with Mother-of-Pearl inlays circa 19th century (late Joseon Dynasty). The tabletop box with multiple small drawers of various sizes...

The Design & Impact: This extraordinary set of ten plates (meimeizara) presents a breathtaking journey through the traditional Japanese seasons. Each plate features a unique, highly ...

Mitamura Jiho 三田村自芳 Ivy Makie Lacquer Paper Box 290(W)× 130(H) × 365(D) [mm] He have studied makie under Akatsuka Jitoku, the 8th master of the Edo makie Akatsuka school He is an un...

The Design & Impact: This striking round writing box (suzuribako) immediately commands attention with its vibrant red lacquer canvas. The exterior and interior are beautifully decora...

Antique 19th century Chinese lacquer sewing table with hand painted scenes and beautiful legs. Gilt export black lacquer all-over the tabl...

Burmese (Myanmar) Lacquerware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th Century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typica...

Japanese, Taisho period. A very fine quality Japanese lacquer tray. The tray is heavily decorated with a traditional Maki-e gold, black & red surface. Done by an expert craftsman - this round tray appears to depict a pagoda atop Mount. Fuji. The verso is adorned with 3 iron mounts and hand woven cloth...

Antique 19th century Chinese tin coconut big bowl with mark, diameter 8.5inch, high 3.5 inch.

Unique 19th century export Chinese gilt chinoiserie lacquer box with hand painted scenes gilt export black lacquer, this box has a unique shape, it is f...

Large Lacquered hexagonal box on stand depicting Dragon flying amidst the clouds. Unique , appliqués like lacquer technique created amazing effect of almost 3d effect. Multilayered ...

big 19th Century gilt black lacquer Chinese writing table box . very good condition and beautiful hand paint , See more pictures, measures: 18.25" L x 10" W x 6.75'' H.

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Chinese export lacquer box dating to the late Daoguang period, circa 1850. Of lobed octagonal form, the lacquer box is decorated throughout upon a black gro...

An exhibition quality dry lacquered ikebana flower vase by Masayo Koiwa. This highly unusual organically shaped vase has a sculptural feel, it sensual curves are hand-carved and lacq...

A pair of framed Kangxi period coromandel lacquer doors. China, circa 1689-90. The final three images show the reverse side of the panels. These panels were part of a folding roo...

Burmese (Myanmar) Lacquerware has a long tradition dating back to the 13th century. Lacquer in Burma is called “Thitsi” meaning the sap of a Thitsi Tree (Melanhorrea Usitata). Typica...

The Design & Impact: This remarkable antique writing box (suzuribako) perfectly embodies the refined, spiritual elegance of the traditional Japanese scholar's study. The interior rev...

The Design & Impact: This museum quality, tiered writing box (kasane suzuribako) represents a breathtaking convergence of traditional calligraphy (shodo) and the highly formalized Ja...