Category
Lacquer Boxes
Medium
Bamboo, black lacquer, wood and wicker
Distinguishing marks
symbols, writing, and peacock
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
3 long 21 wide 14 deep
Long Description
Oriental or Japanese Bamboo, Wood, Wicker and Lacquer Gilt Painted Chest  with brass handles and fixtures.
Measurements 31" x 21" Â x 14"
There are symbols in gold gilt paint.
A Black lacquered mural of a Peacock and the moon with clouds on lid top.
There are two other lacquered gilt scenes with birds
 They look like pheasants on the two front wood panels.
Trim appears to be bamboo.Â
Woven wicker for most of the chest.
THe hinges, fixtures and handles are hammered etched, embossed  brass.Â
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History
I bought this at an antique thrift store.
Price Paid (If known)
$25
For Sale?
Yes