Vintage Japanese Boat Shape Box - 1940s Showa Era (25D-296)

Vintage Japanese Boat Shape Box (SKU 25D-296)

Charming bronze houseboat box with thatched roof and a pair of birds in quiet repose

This finely cast metal box takes the form of a traditional Japanese yakatabune pleasure boat, complete with a gently rocking wave base and detachable oar. A deeply textured thatched roof shelters the cabin, while two small birds rest on the ridge, adding a tender, poetic touch that recalls classic ukiyo‑e river scenes.

The interior of the box is beautifully gilt, creating a warm contrast to the darker exterior patina and enhancing its value as a decorative objet d’art. Ideal as a small keepsake or trinket box, it also displays wonderfully as a vintage Japanese bronze sculpture, bringing a sense of calm waters and slow travel to any shelf or desk.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: --
• Material: Cast metal with gilt interior (likely brass)
• Use: Decorative trinket or keepsake box; small accessory storage
• Features: Boat shape box on sculpted wave base, removable lid with thatched-roof detail, pair of birds on roof, detachable oar, bright gilt interior, stamped mark to underside
• Dimensions: 10 1/2"W x 4 1/2"D x 4"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate patina

A delightful piece for collectors of Japanese bronzes and anyone drawn to tranquil riverboat scenes.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.