Vintage Japanese Maple Motif, Wood, Showa Era (SKU 25S-457) - 1

Vintage Japanese lacquer dessert box, Wood, Showa Era (SKU 25S-457)

SKU:
25S-457
$170.00
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Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese lacquer dessert box, Wood, Showa Era (SKU 25S-457)

Exquisite craftsmanship from the Showa era

This exquisite vintage Japanese lacquer dessert box was traditionally used to serve wagashi—delicate seasonal sweets enjoyed during the tea ceremony. Crafted from fine wood and finished in a vibrant vermilion lacquer, the box features brilliant gold accents, hand-painted calligraphy, and elegant maple leaf motifs, symbolizing beauty, refinement, and the fleeting nature of the seasons.

The two-tiered design opens to reveal beautifully decorated interiors, adorned with gold and silver leaf patterns on a black lacquer base—an aesthetic touch that enhances the visual presentation of sweets. Each layer embodies the harmony of Japanese design, where function and artistry are seamlessly intertwined.

Complete with its original wooden storage box (tomobako), this dessert box reflects the Showa-era craftsmanship and the deep cultural reverence for presentation in the Japanese tea tradition. A captivating piece for collectors and connoisseurs of tea ceremony art and lacquerware.

  • Era: Showa
  • Material: Wood
  • Use: Tea storage
  • Features: Hand-painted design, gold accents, calligraphy
  • Dimensions: 7 1/4"Diameter x 5 1/4"H
  • Condition: Excellent

A timeless piece that embodies the spirit of Japanese tea culture.