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Japanese lacquer has been a part of the country’s tradition from its earliest history, more than 6000 years! Artisans in Japan are recognized the world over as having brought the art of lacquer to its aesthetic and technical zenith.

Japanese lacquer originates at sap from the urushi tree. After a long period of aging and processing it can be applied using many methods and on countless forms and surfaces. These include Japanese tea items, boxes, bottles, Japanese tansu and furniture, Japanese butsudan shrines and altars, Japanese lamps and lanterns, Japanese combs, hair ornaments and personal accessories of all kinds as well as room interiors.

The methods of application are many and varied, such as makie, hira-makie, taka-makie and nashiji. Types of Japanese lacquer include tsuishu, kanakura-bori, negora and raden.

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Japanese Keyaki and Lacquer Bento Lunch Box
Japanese Keyaki and Lacquer Bento Lunch Box - JCXAG2420
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Beautiful Japanese lacquer bento lunch box , Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Traditionally used to store food during holidays when there was no cooking. Crafted of finely grained keyaki wood.  Three layers with handle. Very good condition. Dimensions:  18” x 12” square.
Japanese Sake Cask
Japanese Sake Cask - JCXAG2421
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Eye-catching Japanese lacquer and hinoki (cypress) wood sake cask for wedding, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Glossy black and red lacquer with twisted bamboo wraps to secure slats resulting in leak-proof construction.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  24” x 18”.
Japanese Lacquer Kimono Presentation Tray
Japanese Lacquer Kimono Presentation Tray - JJXAG2424
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Elegant Japanese lacquer presentation tray, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Glossy black ground with gold mon (crest) and edging.  A large extraordinary and truly eye-catching piece.  Very good condition.  Dimensions: 3.5” x 28” x 19”.
Japanese Kamakura Negoro Lacquer Box
Japanese Kamakura Negoro Lacquer Tea Storage Box - JJXAG262
Jcollector Price: $249.00
Sale Price: $195.00

Lavish Japanese red Kamakura-carved Negoro lacquer letter box, mid-20th century. Dramatic, finely rendered peony motif.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  5” x 13”.
Japanese Tea Tray, Quince
Japanese Tea Tray, Quince - JJXAG161
Jcollector Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $277.00

Fantastic Japanese quince wood tea tray. Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Remarkable, natural rich wood grain, enhanced by transparent lacquer that becomes more beautiful with use.  Bamboo frame.  An exceptional piece for tea ceremony use or display. Price shown is for one, but we have several.  Buy one or more!  Very good condition. Dimensions:  14.25” square.
Japanese Shunkei Lacquer Tray
Japanese Shunkei Lacquer Tray - JCXJN2518
Jcollector Price: $195.00
Sale Price: $176.00

Exquisite Japanese Shunkei lacquer tray. mid-20th century.  Shunkei lacquer originated 400 years ago in the Keicho Era. It features the natural richness of wood, enhanced by transparent lacquer that becomes more beautiful with use.  An exceptional piece for tea ceremony use or display. Price shown is for one, but we have several.  Buy one or more!  Very good condition. Dimensions: 13” square.
Japanese Carved Wood & Ceramic Hibachi
Japanese Carved Wood and Ceramic Hibachi - JJXJL162
Jcollector Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $277.00

Extraordinary Japanese carved wood and ceramic hibachi, early 20th century.  Remarkable, finely carved detail on robust form.  Dramatic motif of mythical creatures amid stylized clouds.  A sturdy, dramatic display piece, originally crafted as a portable heater.  Fabulous for its traditional use (old kettle support included) or as a jardinière!  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  9.25” high, 11” diameter.
Japanese Hokai Kaiawase Shell Box
Japanese Lacquer Hokai Kaiawase Shell Box - JGXJL1511
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Impressive Japanese lacquer wood hokai box for storing shells used as Kaiawase game pieces during holiday season, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Remarkable, finely rendered, gold against black lacquer ground.  Dramatic, vermilion interior.  Unusual, oval form on raised base.   Very good condition. Dimensions:  10” high, 14” diameter.
Japanese Okinawa Lacquer Covered Bowl
Japanese Okinawa Lacquer Covered Bowl - JGXJL158
Jcollector Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $536.00

Beautiful, large Japanese Okinawa lacquer covered bowl, early 20th century.  Customary, rich vermilion interior and exterior, black lacquer underside with Okinawa mark.  Beautifully crafted and in very good condition, with one small chip on rim.  Dimensions:  6” high, 10” diameter.
Japanese Lacquer Hokai Shell Box
Japanese Lacquer Hokai Shell Box - JGXJL159
Jcollector Price: $1,295.00
Sale Price: $1,166.00

Lavish Japanese lacquer wood hokai box for storing shells used as Kaiawase game pieces during holiday season, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Remarkable, finely rendered, gold floral cartouches against black lacquer ground.  Dramatic, vermilion interior.  Unusual, oval form on raised base.   Very good condition. Dimensions:  13” high, 16” diameter.
Pair Japanese Lacquer Hokai Shell Boxes
Pair Japanese Lacquer Hokai Shell Boxes - JCXJN2516
Jcollector Price: $2,695.00
Sale Price: $2,426.00

Splendid pair of Japanese black lacquer wood hokai boxes or hampers for storing shells used as Kaiawase game pieces during holiday season, Edo to Meiji periods, c. 1860. Rich black lacquer with intricately etched brass fittings and dramatic gold decor. Loop holes on the legs allow for the top lid to be tied down to aid in transporting. Today these are often used to provide a dramatic platform for ikebana formal floral arrangement. A lovely pair, in very good condition. Dimensions:  17.5” x 18”.
Japanese Lacquer Bowl, Cranes
Japanese Lacquer Bowl, Cranes - JJXJN48
Jcollector Price: $195.00
Sale Price: $149.00

Whimsical Japanese lacquer soup bowl (suimono-wan), Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Rich, glossy black lacquer on exterior with trio of gold and copper cranes on underside of lid.  Price shown is for one, but we have several.  Order one or more!  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  4” x 4.75”.
Pair Black Lacquer Japanese Hokai Shell Boxes
Pair Black Lacquer Japanese Hokai Shell Boxes - JCXJN15
Jcollector Price: $2,995.00
Sale Price: $2,696.00

Beautiful pair of Japanese black lacquer wood hokai boxes or hampers for storing shells used as Kaiawase game pieces during holiday season, Edo to Meiji periods, c. 1860. Rich black lacquer with intricately etched brass fittings and dramatic gold decor. Loop holes on the legs allow for the top lid to be tied down to aid in transporting. Today these are often used to provide a dramatic platform for ikebana formal floral arrangement. A lovely pair, in very good condition. Dimensions:  17” x 14.5”.
Japanese Lacquer and Wood Rice Barrel
Japanese Lacquer and Wood Rice Barrel - JCXJN18
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Wonderful Japanese rice box or barrel, early 20th century. Rich red and black lacquer throughout. Twisted bamboo wraps secure slats resulting in leak-proof construction. A wonderful item for the Mingei collector. Very good condition. Dimensions:  12” high, 20” diameter.
Pair Japanese Temple Shokudai, Lacquer Candlestands
Pair Japanese Temple Shokudai, Lacquer Candlestands - JCXMY154
Jcollector Price: $1,995.00
Sale Price: $1,796.00

Remarkable pair of Japanese lacquered wood temple candlestands or shokudai, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Elegant, unusual tripod form.  Striking glossy black lacquer finish.  Antique matching pair difficult to find, especially in these phenomenal dimensions.  Ideal for eye-catching interior décor, entertaining, or collective display.  Very good condition.  Dimensions: 25”" high, 10" diameter.  
Japanese Lacquer Sake Barrel, Iwaidaru for Wedding
Japanese Lacquer Sake Barrel, Iwaidaru for Wedding - JCXMY155
Jcollector Price: $995.00
Sale Price: $896.00

Wonderful Japanese lacquer sake iwaidaru pouring barrel in sashitaru-style, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Traditionally given as a congratulatory gift at weddings and other auspicious occasions.  Large, dramatic form.  Rich and vivid red and black lacquer with gold décor.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  18” x 17” x 5.5”.
Japanese Kyodai Make-up Box - Vanity Tansu
Japanese Kyodai Make-up Box or Vanity Tansu - TCXMY152
Jcollector Price: $995.00
Sale Price: $896.00

Exceptional Japanese lacquer make-up box or vanity, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  From Kyoto, indicating a remarkable level of quality.  Fine graining under rich mahagony lacquer.  Charming silver drawer pulls.  Multiple drawers of varied sizes provide wonderful storage areas for jewelry, make-up or keepsakes.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  12.5” x 15.5” x 11”.
Japanese Lacquer Bowl from Okinawa
Japanese Lacquer Bowl from Okinawa - JJXMY113
Jcollector Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $277.00

Subtle Japanese Okinawa lacquer bowl, early 20th century.  Delicately handpainted floral motif.  Customary, rich vermilion ground.  Finely detailed, skillfully rendered.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” high, 10.5” diameter.
Japanese Lacquer Tea Tray, Maki-e
Japanese Lacquer Tea Tray, Maki-e - JJ87274
Jcollector Price: $695.00
Sale Price: $487.00

Stunning Japanese maki-e lacquer tray, early-mid 20th century.  Delicate rendering floral motif in brilliant gold against rich, glossy black ground.  Remarkable care and detailing.  An extraordinary and truly eye-catching piece. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  17.5” x 11.5” x 1”.
Japanese Lacquer Natsume for Tea Storage
Japanese Lacquer Natsume for Tea Storage - JCXA1613
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Beautiful Japanese lacquer natsume tea container décor of flowing grasses and reeds on glossy roiro black lacquer ground, early-mid 20th century.  Abundant use of gold with dazzling red accents.  Comes with inscribed kiri-wood tomobako storage box. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” x 2.75”.
Japanese Lacquer Natsume for Tea Storage
Japanese Lacquer Natsume for Tea Storage - JCXA1614
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Exquisite Japanese lacquer natsume tea storage container, early-mid 20th century.  Beautiful design of bamboo on glossy roiro black lacquer ground. Rich gold detail. Comes with kiri-wood tomobako box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” x 2.75”.
Japanese Lacquer Tea Storage Natsume
Japanese Lacquer Tea Storage Natsume, Fishing Nets - JCXA1615
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Delicately rendered Japanese lacquer natsume tea container, early-mid 20th century.  Rare, glossy cream-colored ground, with graceful, gold lacquer fish nets stretching from cover to base. Comes with kiri-wood tomobako storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” x 2.75”.
Japanese Cinnabar Lacquer Suzuribako Writing Box
Japanese Cinnabar Lacquer Suzuribako Writing Box - JCXA162
Jcollector Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $446.00

Splendid Japanese handcarved cinnabar lacquer suzuribako writing box, early 20th century. Dramatic, deeply carved and highly detailed rendering of mountain landscape.   Rich color, finely patinated.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  2.5” x 10.5” x 8”.
Japanese Lacquer Letter Box, Floral
Japanese Lacquer Letter Box, Floral - JCXA163
Jcollector Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $266.00

Fine Japanese lacquer letter box, early-mid 20th century.   Rich black lacquer ground with striking gold, red and mandarin floral motif.  A lovely example of the Japanese aesthetic in narrow form.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  2” x 9.5” x 5.25”.
Japanese Lacquer Wood Candle Stands
Japanese Lacquer Wood Candle Stands, Shokudai - JJ9J1014
Jcollector Price: $695.00
Sale Price: $417.00

Rare pair of Japanese lacquered wood candle stands or  shokudai, Taisho Era, c. 1912-1926.  Appealing glossy texture and rich chocolate color. Antique matching pair difficult to find.  Very good condition with minor lacquer loss.  Dimensions:  16” high, 5” diameter at base.
Japanese Okinawa Lacquer Bowl
Japanese Okinawa Lacquer Bowl - JJ9MY97
Jcollector Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $277.00

Striking Japanese Okinawa lacquer bowl, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Delicate handpainted rendering of a koi fish inside bowl.  Customary, rich vermilion ground.  Highly detailed, lifelike portrayal. Very good condition.  Dimensions: 2.5” x 9” x 13”.  vermillion
Japanese Lacquer Sake Set, Meiji Period
Japanese Lacquer Sake Set, Meiji Period - JJ193
Jcollector Price: $695.00
Sale Price: $487.00

Wonderful Japanese hira-makie lacquered wood ceremonial sake bowl or sakazuki and stand or haidai, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.   Graceful, black lacquer stand is lavished in intricate gold lacquerwork, featuring floral motif dramatically rendered in striking gold on black contrast.  Bold, eye-catching red lacquer sake bowls are also crafted with gold lacquer. Comes with original tomobako storage box.  Very good condition. Dimensions: 7” x 7” x 7” (stand); 5”, 4.5”, 4” diameter (cups).
Japanese Lacquer Stacking or Bento Box, Meiji - JJ57817
Jcollector Price: $695.00
Sale Price: $487.00

Fine Japanese lacquer stacking or bento box, decorated in gold hiramaki-e featuring a poem cards motif, Meiji period (1868-1912).  Very good condition. Dimensions:  7” x  3 ½” x 5”.  /Z56
Japanese Lacquer Plate, Kamakura Negoro, Taisho
Japanese Lacquer Plate, Kamakura Negoro, Taisho - JJ156
Jcollector Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $207.00

Striking Japanese red Kamakura-carved Negoro lacquer plate, Taisho period (1912-1926). From the Kamakura area, well known for intricate wood-carving techniques. Exquisitely stylized floral motif. An extraordinary piece in very good condition. Diameter:  15”.
Japanese Lacquer, Suiban for Bonzai or Suiseki Display
Japanese Lacquer, Suiban for Bonzai or Suiseki Display - JJ210
Jcollector Price: $295.00
Sale Price: $207.00

Exquisite Japanese black lacquer suiban box for bonsai or suiseki display. Gold handpainted butterfly motif with mother-of-pearl inlay.  Crafted with exceptional attention to subtle detail and artistic sensibility. Artist mark on underside.  Comes with original kiri wood storage box.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  3” x 12” x 4”. item! Very good condition. Dimensions:  3" high, 12" wide, 4" deep.
   
 


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