Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Scenery Raden Gold BA229 Calligraphy inkstone Bark coming off on some

Bark coming off on some parts of the backside

Imperfections

Tsuchimise: The part where the glaze is not applied and the base is exposed

The assorted lid prevents tea or other beverages and food from cooling down

Item weight: 54 grams

Japanese Buddhist Altar Lacquered Drawer Vtg Gilt Makie Scenery Raden Gold BA229 Calligraphy inkstone Bark coming off on someVintage Japanese Buddhist Altar Butsudan Drawer This item comes from a Japanese vintage wooden Buddhist altar cabinet. This shallow, long drawer is mostly coated in glossy classic black lacquer. The front contains intricate brass metal boarder embellishments along with an exquisite makie ocean scenery design with pine trees and buildings. There are raden (abalone shell) pieces for extra shimmer and detail. In Japan, the Buddhist altar is a place to