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Lot 6505

Lacquered Writing and Document Box

Sold July 18, 2025

Price realized
$90
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About this lot

Estimated Value: $225-275

Origin: Japan, 1887

Dimension: 16×7.5×12.5in

Condition: Some nicks in the lacquer. The wood box that the desk comes in is coming apart.

Description: A table top black lacquered writing and document box with gold toned decorative circles with a cross shape. The box comes with one long drawer and two small drawers with brass pull handles. One drawer has an ink well and brush ink container for document writing as well as the small nails to put the back wall in place. The drawers have a privacy wall that attaches with brass hard ware. There are felt lined divots along the top to hold items.

Lot details

Lot
6505
Closed
July 18, 2025
Sold $90
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