Hand Painted Papier-mâché Display Box with Calligraphy : C1900 Japan

Dating from the turn of the 19th and 20th century around 1900, this wonderful antique hand painted papier-maché box from Japan.

Painted a rich earthy rust brown it has brush-pen painted, ink black calligraphy on every surface, top bottom and also on the inside of the lid and base.

We have been told that the lid reads ‘ Look at this flower branch there’s a fragrance of wind and dew’……

This is so lovely in every way, just the right amount of wear, and we feel its a work of art in its own right and deserves to be put on prominent display.

We bought this along with some shop ledgers (please see our other listings for these).

Measurements:

51.5 l x 39  w x 10.5 high 

Condition: The condition is what we would describe as slightly worn, but in the most attractive way. Because its made from layers of paper and hand painted the wear over time has, we think, only added something to its charm and character.