Up for auction is a beautiful **Antique Japanese Meiji Period lacquered jewelry box / small chest of drawers table cabinet**, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century (circa 1880–1910).

* Approx. **10.75” wide**

* Approx. **9.5” tall**

* Approx. **5” deep**

## 🏺 About Meiji Period Lacquerware

This piece dates to the **Meiji period**, a transformative era in Japan marked by rapid modernization and increased international trade. During this time, Japanese artisans produced exquisite lacquerware for both domestic use and export to Europe and America.

Meiji lacquer cabinets and jewelry chests are known for:

* Rich black or deep brown lacquer finishes

* Intricate gilt (gold) decoration

* Fine hand-painted or inlaid details

* Multiple drawers and compartmented interiors

* Compact tabletop display form

These cabinets were often used to store jewelry, documents, or personal treasures and were highly sought after by Western collectors during the height of the Japonisme movement.

## ✅ Condition:

* Overall **beautiful antique condition**

* Bottom left hinge has cracked at the lower insert (top two hinges are intact and still securely hold the door)

* Missing handle for the bottom drawer (a replacement could likely be sourced or fabricated)

* Displays very nicely with strong presence and authentic antique character

Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.

This is a wonderful decorative and functional piece for collectors of:

* Japanese antiques

* Meiji period lacquerware

* Asian furniture and cabinets

* 19th century export art

A charming and elegant cabinet with great display appeal.

**Please feel free to ask me any questions before bidding.**

I can provide additional pictures upon request.

Thanks for looking!