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A Wajima-nuri lacquer writing box (bunbako / suzuribako) decorated with the Gosan no Kiri (five-seven paulownia) crest in maki-e. The front bears the Gosan no Kiri motif, and the underside of the lid is inscribed "Award, Ministry of Education" (Sho, Monbusho). Made around 1930 (early Showa era).
Subject / Motif: Gosan no Kiri (five-seven paulownia) crest
Technique: Maki-e, Wajima-nuri lacquer
Dimensions: Height 4.3 cm, Width 24 cm, Depth 18 cm
Signature / Seal / Box: Underside of the lid inscribed "Award, Ministry of Education" (Sho, Monbusho)
Included: Paulownia wood box (kiri-bako)
Condition: Believed to have been almost unused, with no notable damage and in fine condition. Please refer to the photos for the item's current appearance and condition.
The paulownia (kiri) is a traditional Japanese motif long valued as a noble emblem, and the Gosan no Kiri is a well-known crest design.
