Antique Lacquered Maki-e Jūbako 5-Tier Wood Box in Storage Case (c. 1810s)

This five-tiered jūbako (lacquered food box) is traditionally used in Japan for festive meals and New Year celebrations. It features original maki-e (gold dust inlay) with raised, detailed motifs, including symbols of longevity, prosperity, and success like a turtle, scroll, tobacco case, fortune mallet, and botanical elements.

The textured brown lacquer base is beautifully accented with intricate gold designs, and the lid’s flaming jewel and gold ribbon motif against a speckled black background showcase fine Japanese lacquer artistry typically reserved for the most important figures of old in Japanese society of the past. Both functional and decorative, it’s perfect for storage, serving, or for your collection of wood crafts.