Antique Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Box - Lucky Cranes - 19th Century - Late 1800's - $195 - (Duluth, GA)
Antique Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Box - Lucky Cranes - 19th Century - Late 1800's10 CRANES – TEA CEREMONY ITEM – AMAZING CONDITION Owned by a Collector of Japanese Antiques and Tea Ceremony WaresBox for Finger Picks Used for Playing the Koto or other Small ItemsInscription on the base ‘Nihon Sato Seizo’ (made by Sato in Japan)Late Edo / Early Meiji Period (1850 - 1890)Decorated internally with Gold in Fine Maki-e Lacquer 10 Cranes Symbolizing 1000 Lucky Cranes Extra Fine Condition - Over 130 years Old Notations: Items decorated with 10 cranes symbolize 1000 cranes. These are traditionally given as gifts to cherished friends or family members. Japanese legend promises that anyone who folds a thousand origami cranes will be granted good fortune by a crane. Instead of just one wish, it is believed you are granted eternal good luck including long life or recovery from illness or injury. An example is a wedding gift by the father, wishing a thousand years of happiness and prosperity upon the couple. They can also be given to a new baby for long life and good luck. Displaying them in one's home is thought to be a powerfully lucky and benevolent charm. Bid With Confidence... Our Excellent Feedback Speaks for Itself... Item Details Item Type: Antique Japaneses Lacquer Box Country of Creation: Japan Artist / Maker: Sato Year of Creation: Late Edo / Early Meiji Period (1850 - 1890) Size: 2 5/8" (6.7cm) x 1 5/8" (4.0cm) x 1 1/2" (3.5 cm) Material: wood and maki-e lacquer Condition: excellent Notes: In amazing well cared for condition. Wonderful item for your next tea ceremony. Payment Options PayPal Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express For alternative payment methods, contact us. Shipping & Handling Information U.S.A. - Use the shipping calculator (below) All Other Countries - Use the shipping calculator (below) Important Note - If the shipping calculator fails to provide a cost to a selected country, please contact us for rates and availability. Selling Polic…
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