Wajima-lacquer kobako in grey lacquer, decorated with gold-lacquer stripes forming a bivalve shell motif. The interior is finished in nashiji lacquer on a black ground.
Wajima lacquer, one of Japan’s most prestigious lacquer traditions, originates from the city of Wajima on the northwestern coast of the Noto Peninsula. This highly esteemed craft, which has flourished since the Edo period (1603–1868), is renowned for the richness of its base layers and its refined decorative techniques—hallmarks of both aesthetic excellence and exceptional durability.
With its remarkable production process, sumptuous lacquer, and exquisite ornamentation, Wajima lacquer embodies the fascinating artistry of this region. Designated an Important Intangible Cultural Property in 1975, Wajima lacquerware continues to evolve with elegance while preserving the depth of its ancestral traditions.
Kobako sold with its storage box.

Japan – Taishō period (1912–1921)
Height: 4 cm – Length: 7 cm – Width: 5.5 cm