Antique Late Edo Japanese Wooden Black Kake Suzuri Portable Writing Box WO621

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Beschreibung

This is an antique Japanese wooden kake-suzuri (portable writing box), dating back to the late Edo period. It is a traditional utilitarian chest used by merchants for storing calligraphy tools, ledgers, and valuables.

The chest features a top-opening lid equipped with a coin slot and a metal carrying handle, revealing a shallow upper storage compartment. The front panel includes three drawers of varying sizes secured with iron hardware, including a lock plate featuring a floral motif and simple ring pulls. The exterior was originally finished in black lacquer, which has heavily worn over time to reveal the natural wood beneath.

Height: 26.0 cm / 10.23 in
Width: 31.5 cm / 12.40 in
Depth: 22.0 cm / 8.66 in
Weight: 3600 g / 7.93 lbs

The box is in antique condition, showing significant signs of aging and historical use. There are extensive surface scratches, scuffs, heavy wear and peeling to the black lacquer, and natural wear to the wood. The iron hardware exhibits surface oxidation and rust.

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