Bidspirit auction | Pair of Japanese Meiji Era

Pair of Japanese Meiji Era Black Lacquer Boxes with Brass Fittings - This is a pair of Japanese Meiji Era black lacquer boxes, each adorned with ornate brass fittings and decorative elements. The larger box features a sleek, unadorned exterior with intricate brass corner guards, side panels, and feet, suggesting a formal or ceremonial purpose. The interior of this box is lined with a beige paper featuring a delicate, abstract pattern. The smaller box is distinguished by a gilded Japanese character on one side and is similarly embellished with brass fittings, including diamond-shaped accents on its legs. The interior of the smaller box is lined with a patterned paper featuring a repeating floral or starburst motif in blue and reddish-brown on a cream background. These boxes exemplify traditional Japanese craftsmanship and design from the Meiji period, combining functionality with decorative artistry. The larger box measures approximately 10 1/2 by 16 1/4 by 12 3/4 inches., 26.7 by 41.3 by 32.4 cm. The smaller box measures approximately 9 1/2 by 13 by 10 inched., 24 by 33 by 25.4 cm. Shipping: Basel Auction House will refer local third-party USA and international shippers. Purchase pick up available upon request. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Basel Auction House shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. It is the Buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and deem their own opinions on Condition, Description, Provenance, and Validity before purchasing. Please make an appointment to preview the item. REMEMBER ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS-IS, WHERE IS.