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Japanese Lacquer Writing Box, Circa 1880
This remarkable and highly decorative Japanese export large writing box is a rare high quality example with a complicated and intricate interior.
The box is in very good condition considering this type of raised gilt lacquer has most often suffered through use and wear losing large elements of their decoration.
The top of the box has a wonderful very well detailed garden scene with an ornamental cart and flowering shrubs with two large disgruntled cockerels in conquest with each other. Both with a fierce expression. This decoration is all worked in raised black lacquer hand painted in gold and red.
The front of the box has a central brass escutcheon plate and lock and is equally ornate with a similar scene of two exotic male birds about to fight, undoubtedly in the mating season to gain the attention of a female. Also shown amongst a richly decorated floral scene.
The sides and back are much plainer with occasional decoration in the form of gilt patterns. The sides are mounted with brass carrying handles.
The lid raises on stop hinges and locks into position with a spring loaded stay. The inside of the lid is beautifully hand painted in raised lacquer with birds and flowers and fitted with six side compartments for stationery and a central closed compartment with a hinged drop down door for access.
The second inner section is similarly decorated on the top surface. It lifts and hinges forward to reveal and form an original red velvet lined writing slope. Both halves of the slope raise to reveal inner storage. The rear section when open gives access to a lift out panel which when removed shows a further fitted interior with four small drawers and two pigeon holes.
Above this fitment is a further fitted section with places for an ink bottle, pens, stamps, and other small items.
All of the metal fittings appear to be original and working with one exception, there is no key to test the lock which remains in the open position.
Japanese, circa 1880.
A rare and beautiful writing box with some minor signs of wear and use.
When the box is open: Height 48cm x depth 60cm x width 49cm
when the box is closed Height 20cm x depth 32cm x width 49cm
There are more photographs to view. Please let us know if you need any further information.
We no longer have shop premises. All of our items can be viewed online.
If you wish to see an item, we will be more than happy to arrange a viewing.
Many thanks
Wendy and Robert
SellerRobert Belcher Antiques
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128 Worcester Road
Droitwich Spa
Worcestershire
England
WR9 8AN
Tel : 07929 011224
or : 07720 607007
Non UK callers : +44 7929 011224 or +44 7720 607007
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The box is in very good condition considering this type of raised gilt lacquer has most often suffered through use and wear losing large elements of their decoration.
The top of the box has a wonderful very well detailed garden scene with an ornamental cart and flowering shrubs with two large disgruntled cockerels in conquest with each other. Both with a fierce expression. This decoration is all worked in raised black lacquer hand painted in gold and red.
The front of the box has a central brass escutcheon plate and lock and is equally ornate with a similar scene of two exotic male birds about to fight, undoubtedly in the mating season to gain the attention of a female. Also shown amongst a richly decorated floral scene.
The sides and back are much plainer with occasional decoration in the form of gilt patterns. The sides are mounted with brass carrying handles.
The lid raises on stop hinges and locks into position with a spring loaded stay. The inside of the lid is beautifully hand painted in raised lacquer with birds and flowers and fitted with six side compartments for stationery and a central closed compartment with a hinged drop down door for access.
The second inner section is similarly decorated on the top surface. It lifts and hinges forward to reveal and form an original red velvet lined writing slope. Both halves of the slope raise to reveal inner storage. The rear section when open gives access to a lift out panel which when removed shows a further fitted interior with four small drawers and two pigeon holes.
Above this fitment is a further fitted section with places for an ink bottle, pens, stamps, and other small items.
All of the metal fittings appear to be original and working with one exception, there is no key to test the lock which remains in the open position.
Japanese, circa 1880.
A rare and beautiful writing box with some minor signs of wear and use.
When the box is open: Height 48cm x depth 60cm x width 49cm
when the box is closed Height 20cm x depth 32cm x width 49cm
There are more photographs to view. Please let us know if you need any further information.
We no longer have shop premises. All of our items can be viewed online.
If you wish to see an item, we will be more than happy to arrange a viewing.
Many thanks
Wendy and Robert
Price
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Conversion rates as of 5/MAR/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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DimensionsWhen the box is open: Height 48cm x depth 60cm x width 49cm
when the box is closed Height 20cm x depth 32cm x width 49cm
Category Antique Boxes
Date 1880
Late 19th Century Antiques Material Lacquered
Origin Japanese
Condition In very good condition
Item code as755a414
Status For Sale
£1650.00 
$2123.22
€1972.25
$2123.22
€1972.25
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Shipping information
We use a specialist delivery firm for all of our furniture and fragile items and DHL for antiques that can be packed professionally here on the premises for a next day delivery tracked and fully insured.
All overseas deliveries are also available.
Please contact us at 01905 622468/ 07929 011224 / 07720 607007. Alternatively, email robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com
All overseas deliveries are also available.
Please contact us at 01905 622468/ 07929 011224 / 07720 607007. Alternatively, email robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com
View all stock from
Robert Belcher Antiques
128 Worcester RoadDroitwich Spa
Worcestershire
England
WR9 8AN
Tel : 07929 011224
or : 07720 607007
Non UK callers : +44 7929 011224 or +44 7720 607007
Get directions to Robert Belcher Antiques
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