Black Lacquer Snuff Box Vintage – Gold Gilded Deer Scene,Russian or Japanese

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: The exterior has noticeable surface scratches, wear, and some fading of the gold decoration.The edges have minor chipping, particularly near the opening lip.The interior shows signs of age with wear, slight discoloration, and some use-related marks.Hinges remain intact, but the overall condition is fair with visible wear consistent with age.

Sub-Type: Trinkets

Type: Boxes/ Trinkets

Main Colour: Black

Material: Lacquer

This is a vintage black lacquer box with gold decoration, crafted using traditional lacquerware techniques. The delicate goldgilded illustration of a stag and deer in a natural setting suggests a mid20thcentury origin, possibly from Russia or Japan.

Product Details:

• Type: Antique/Vintage Lacquer Box
• Material: Likely PapierMâché with Lacquer Finish
• Decoration: GoldGilded Deer and Forest Scene
• Color: Black with Gold Accents
• Size: Approximately 2.75 inches (as shown in the measuring tape image)

Condition:

• The exterior has noticeable surface scratches, wear, and some fading of the gold decoration.
• The edges have minor chipping, particularly near the opening lip.
• The interior shows signs of age with wear, slight discoloration, and some userelated marks.
• Hinges remain intact, but the overall condition is fair with visible wear consistent with age.

History and Possible Origin:
Lacquerware has a deep history in East Asia and Russia, perfected over centuries. The black lacquer base and gold decoration are common in traditional Japanese makie and Russian Fedoskino or Palekh lacquerware. The deer motif is symbolic in many cultures, representing harmony with nature and spiritual significance.

This box likely dates from the 1930s to 1950s, based on the style and craftsmanship. While no maker’s mark is visible, similar boxes have been produced in Japan during the Edo and Meiji periods and in Russia’s lacquer workshops of Fedoskino and Palekh.

Market Value and Collectibility:

• Similar vintage lacquer boxes range from $50 to $300, depending on craftsmanship, condition, and provenance.
• The wear on the artwork slightly affects its value, but it remains a collectible piece due to its detailed decoration and historical significance.
• If confirmed as an authentic Japanese Edoperiod or Russian Fedoskino piece, the value could increase significantly.

This vintage lacquer box is an elegant collectible, perfect for collectors of Russian or Japanese lacquerware, snuff boxes, or antique decorative arts.