Antique Suzuribako 硯箱 (writing box) with gold pine & crane maki-e

This set of antique Suzuribako硯箱 and Bunko文庫 boxes is designed with beautiful pine trees, bamboo, cranes, and turtle patterns with gold maki-e technique. Both the outer and inner surfaces of these two boxes present a fine black lacquered lid decorated with gold taka maki-e patterns that vividly depict pine, bamboo, cranes and turtles. These patterns are created with great precision and detail, capturing the beauty of the plants in all their nuances. The gold lacquer is applied with great skill, creating an effect of depth and three-dimensionality to the floral motif. Suzuribako has three mounted trays, one of which holds an inkstone 硯 (suzuri), a high-quality water drop 水滴 (suiteki) in a round shape. The other two trays are designed with beautiful pine tree and bamboo patterns, which can be used to place the brush, ink and other writing utensils. Suzuribako: 24 x 22 x 6 cm, Bunko: 38 x 32 x 14 cm. The box is in good condition, but has stains, scratches, wear and tear on the corners due to age and normal use. Please also refer to the listed pictures. Will be well packed and shipped via Japan Post with fast delivery.