{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-lacquer-jubako-box-plum-flower-makie-1970s","title":"Vintage Japanese Lacquer Jubako Box, Plum Flower Makie, 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are called stacked boxes and have long been used in Japan as containers for food.\u003cbr\u003eIt is said that the 重箱jubako first appeared in the Muromachi period (1333-1573), but it was not until the Edo period (1603-1868) that it became commonplace. In particular, samurai families and feudal lords used to carry dishes in maki-e lacquer-work stacked boxes when they went \"hunting\" or \"cherry blossom viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stacked box features a maki-e motif of plum blossoms, which are considered auspicious and a symbol of happiness. The deliberately simplified plum blossom pattern gives it a somewhat modern and elegant impression.\u003cbr\u003eThe inside is finished with vermilion lacquer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also recommended as a small item holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e□ Size:  H 7.5in × W 7.9in × D 7.9in （about H19cm×W20cm×D20cm  ）\u003cbr\u003e□ Weight : 40.7oz (1157g)\u003cbr\u003e□ Material : wood, lacquer, Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003econdition...\u003cbr\u003eIt is in very good condition, but There are small scratches and dirt due to aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wabisabi Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51519115985028,"sku":"24482","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6593\/8820\/files\/24482box11.jpg?v=1770444473","url":"https:\/\/wabisabiantiques.com\/en-us\/products\/vintage-japanese-lacquer-jubako-box-plum-flower-makie-1970s","provider":"Wabisabi Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}