{"product_id":"black-lacquer-snuff-box-vintage-gold-gilded-deer-scene-russian-or-japanese","title":"Black Lacquer Snuff Box Vintage – Gold Gilded Deer Scene,Russian  or  Japanese","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSub-Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trinkets\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxes\/ Trinkets\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique\/Vintage Lacquer Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely PapierMâché with Lacquer Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e GoldGilded Deer and Forest Scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black with Gold Accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.75 inches (as shown in the measuring tape image)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe exterior has noticeable surface scratches, wear, and some fading of the gold decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe edges have minor chipping, particularly near the opening lip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe interior shows signs of age with wear, slight discoloration, and some userelated marks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinges remain intact, but the overall condition is fair with visible wear consistent with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Possible Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLacquerware has a deep history in East Asia and Russia, perfected over centuries. The black lacquer base and gold decoration are common in traditional \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese makie\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eRussian Fedoskino or Palekh lacquerware.\u003c\/strong\u003e The deer motif is symbolic in many cultures, representing harmony with nature and spiritual significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis box likely dates from the \u003cstrong\u003e1930s to 1950s\u003c\/strong\u003e, based on the style and craftsmanship. While no maker’s mark is visible, similar boxes have been produced in \u003cstrong\u003eJapan during the Edo and Meiji periods\u003c\/strong\u003e and in \u003cstrong\u003eRussia’s lacquer workshops of Fedoskino and Palekh.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMarket Value and Collectibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilar vintage lacquer boxes range from \u003cstrong\u003e$50 to $300\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on craftsmanship, condition, and provenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wear on the artwork slightly affects its value, but it remains a collectible piece due to its detailed decoration and historical significance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf confirmed as an authentic \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Edoperiod or Russian Fedoskino piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, the value could increase significantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vintage lacquer box is an elegant collectible, perfect for collectors of \u003cstrong\u003eRussian or Japanese lacquerware, snuff boxes, or antique decorative arts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gifted UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52604944449883,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_c0c11dbf-7476-4b83-bbb9-ad1521ac8177.png?v=1773691930","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/black-lacquer-snuff-box-vintage-gold-gilded-deer-scene-russian-or-japanese","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}