Antique Meiji Japanese boxwood natsume box carved with 12 zodiac animals, signed

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Seller: popugai ✉️ (6,486) 100%, Location: London, GB, Ships to: WORLDWIDE, Item: 326051271332 Antique Meiji Japanese boxwood natsume box carved with 12 zodiac animals, signed.

Wonderful Meiji Japanese russet red boxwood box with lid. Round body that tapers towards the base is intricately carved in high-relief with the 12 animals of the zodiac. Wonderful craftsmanship with each animal having a distinct facial expression that is enhanced with their eyes being painted.

The base of the pot is signed with a two character mark.
The box is just the right size to be used as a natsume tea caddy.

Made in Japan, c. 1890’s.

91 g
7.5 cm tall
6.5 cm across widest part

Excellent antique condition. Some discolouration to the base of the pot

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition. Some discolouration to the base of the pot
  • Primary Material: Wood/ Woodenware
  • Sub-Type: Not specified
  • Antique: Yes
  • Original/Repro: Antique Original
  • Product: Box
  • Region of Origin: Japanese
  • Country of Origin: Japan
  • Age: 1850-1899

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