Oval Lacquer Ware Box

The natural roughness of the material is what gives this table its authenticity. It is a stunning piece rich in texture and history, and may serve a wide variety of roles in its futu...

This red-lacquered Chinese coffee table was made from reclaimed pine wood with traditional nail-less joinery. The red lacquer has been enhanced with a sophisticated French polish fin...

This is a classic example of a “Beijing” or Tianjin” sideboard, so-called because of their origin in this region of northeastern China. This compact chest has three drawers with two ...

A set of three Bauhaus-inspired Hungarian Art Deco side tables. These tables are as beautiful as they are practical. The solid walnut frames have been French-polished dark, almost bl...

This red-lacquered Chinese cabinet made from reclaimed pine wood with traditional nail-less joinery. The red lacquer has been enhanced with a sophisticated French polish finish. The ...

This wooden strong box is heavily reinforced with iron banding and can be secured with an exterior lock. The walls and top of the lockbox are made from teak. Teak was a preferred wood for storing valuables and especially useful for protecting silks. Teak is resistant to moisture (thus the preference for teak boat decks...

A Japanese fan-shaped lacquer box with tassels, red exterior with slightly scalloped cover. The interior is fitted with seven smaller fan-shaped trays ...

A beautifully worn Chinese lacquered food box. From Shanxi Province, circa 1900.

A Japanese red burgundy, gold and black lacquer box with round corners and silk cloth interior lining, circa early-20th century, 1920s, Japan. Box was desi...

An unusually shaped and graceful weathered storage box, with beautiful lacquer patina. From China, Shanxi Province, c. 1850. BX470

Tebako box with three compartments in golden and nashi-ji lacquer, decorated with golden, red, and kirigane lacquer, golden persimmon tree leaves, among rocks. The compartments are of increasing size from the top. The decoration is in continuity. Persimmon has been cultivated in southern China for more than 2500 years and is believed to have been introduced to Japan in the 8th century. The veneer is a tree with very hard wood, similar to ebony. According to a legend, one specimen survived the atomic bombing of Nagasaki on August 9, 1945, close to the epicenter. It is therefore in Japan a symbol of strength and longevity. It is also the national fruit of the country. It is eaten as a traditional dish during New Year's Day celebrations. Tebako literally means "portable box...

Exquisitely detailed incense storage box in gold lacquer with silver and gold overlays of a folded screen with heron and willow design. Flowers and winding leaves on the sides.