Japanese Lacquer Suzuribako (Writing Box) — Gentian Maki-e by Sobei III, Two-Tier with Drawer, Unused with Signed Box

A suzuribako (traditional writing/stationery box) by the lacquer artist Sobei III, from the "Sanyaso" (wild mountain flowers) maki-e series. The lid carries a delicate gentian (rindo) flower maki-e design on a calm lacquer ground. Two-tier construction with a drawer - also useful as a document box, jewelry or keepsake box. Comes with the original signed storage box (tomobako) and the maker's explanatory leaflet. Size is not stated by the seller - please refer to the photos for scale; exact measurements will be taken before shipment.

Condition — please read
Unused old stock from long-term storage. The box itself is clean and beautiful; the outer storage box shows soiling and an aged appearance from storage. Please review all 10 photos carefully - they form part of the description. Attribution is based on the signature and the signed box — believed to be, not guaranteed.

Shipped from Japan with tracking number. Carefully packed with bubble wrap. Feel free to ask any questions!

Shipping
Standard Shipping (Fedex,DHL)
The package will arrive 5-14 days after shipment.
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