EDO-MEIJI PERIOD JAPANESE RED MAKI-E LACQUERED WOODEN KARABITSU

Edo-Meiji Period Japanese Red Maki-e Lacquered Wooden Karabitsu. Rectangular ritual storage chest raised on six legs with a removable lid, featuring gilt maki-e landscapes, bamboo, and floral decoration against red lacquer with black trim, prominently displaying the Maru-ni-Mitsuba-Aoi (Tokugawa Clan hollyhock) kamon. The interior is lined with gold-patterned brocade fabric. Exhibits age-related scuffing, lacquer wear, scattered minor chips and losses, and fading to the interior lining.

Condition: (Very Good - Excellent).

Item Dimensions: Approx: 32" x 21 - 1/2" x 22 - 1/2".