Japanese Lacquer Writing Box and Inkstone Tray

Japanese lacquer writing set comprising a rectangular box with a fitted lid and a separate black lacquered tray. The box is decorated with a gilt-toned landscape scene featuring buildings, figures, and mountains; its interior is finished in red. The accompanying tray has a pale inset rectangular well and a small decorative fitting above it. The pieces are offered together as shown.

DIMENSIONS: Height: 8.75 inch / 22,2 cm
Length: 7.55 inch / 19 cm
Depth: inch / cm

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Condition Report:
Visible wear throughout, including extensive surface scuffing, scratches, dulling, and losses or fading to the painted and gilt-toned decoration. The box edges and corners show rubbing and wear; the red interior has scattered marks and discoloration. The black tray has scratches and handling wear, and its pale inset shows grayish staining or residue. The decorative fitting is present. No clear repair or restoration is visible.