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KOGEDO

Small Japanese red lacquer box – Kogo incense box – Nashiji and black interior

Small Japanese red lacquer box – Kogo incense box – Nashiji and black interior

45 EUR
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    📐 Features

    Origin: Japan, found in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
    Estimated Period: Shōwa Era (circa 1950–1970)
    Material: Molded base covered with genuine Japanese lacquer (urushi), deep reddish-brown finish
    Decorative Technique:
    • Nashiji (梨地) – fine gold particles scattered in the lacquer, visible over the entire surface
    Interior Inscription:
    竹園山 徳應閣 Chikuen-zan – Tokuō-kaku "Bamboo Garden Mountain – Pavilion of Virtuous Response"
    Original Function: Incense box 香合 (kōgō)
    Possible Use: jewelry box, small objects, everyday treasures
    Dimensions: Diameter 7.5 cm; Height 3 cm
    Weight: 67 g
    Condition: Very good vintage condition – bright and even lacquer, fine and luminous nashiji; light signs of age visible only on the base and interior, no chips or cracks.

    Description

    This small round Japanese lacquer box is a beautiful example of the refined craftsmanship of the Shōwa era, a period during which traditional urushi lacquer techniques continued to be passed down while adapting to everyday objects, simple and elegant.

    The surface is entirely decorated with nashiji (梨地), a technique consisting of sprinkling fine gold particles into the still-wet lacquer, creating a subtle and deep shimmer. The warm and delicate reddish-brown hue gently catches the light and highlights the perfect roundness of its form.

    Inside the lid is a golden inscription mentioning 竹園山 徳應閣 (Chikuen-zan – Tokuō-kaku), literally "Bamboo Garden Mountain – Pavilion of Virtuous Response." This type of inscription is generally associated with a Buddhist temple or an affiliated pavilion, suggesting its use or distribution in a religious or commemorative context. Originally, this box was most likely intended to hold incense, in the form of a kōgō.

    Today, it is perfectly suited for contemporary use: a jewelry box, a case for small precious objects, or a simple decorative item.

    🦝 We love:

    We love the history of this box connected to the world of Japanese temples, which makes us imagine a Buddhist monk handling it in his temple!

    👉 Discover this piece alongside other treasures in our Japanese Decoration & Art Objects collection.

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    By purchasing from Kogedo, you are helping to keep traditional Japanese crafts and culture alive.

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    📦 Is delivery really free?

    Yes! It is offered and tracked at a Mondial Relay pick-up point (or delivered to your home if your order is over €150). Each order is carefully protected, packaged and shipped from France.

    🎌 Are the items authentic?

    Absolutely. All pieces are sourced in Japan from local vendors, markets, or artisans. They are authentic vintage items or Japanese handicrafts, unique and steeped in history.

    ✨ It's a one-of-a-kind piece. What if someone buys it before I do?

    Unfortunately… there won’t be two of them! If you like a product, don’t wait too long. Once sold, it disappears from the shop. But sometimes some tableware may be available in multiple copies!

    🔁 Can I return an item if I change my mind?

    Yes, you have 14 days after receipt to contact us. We will always find a benevolent solution if an item does not suit you.

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