Vtg Japanese Wooden Lidded Pottery Storage Box Inside 30x14.6x8.4cm Brown X142 Square 昭和十六年 Showa 16 year (1941)

昭和十六年 Showa 16 year (1941)

Woodgrain on the side of the bowl

Slight stains or scratches

Small crack on one side

Blue and gold floral patterns are drawn on thin white porcelain

Vtg Japanese Wooden Lidded Pottery Storage Box Inside 30x14.6x8.4cm Brown X142 Square 昭和十六年 Showa 16 year (1941)Vintage Japanese Wooden Storage Box Wooden boxes are a common method of safely keeping and storing delicate pottery, vases, and other ceramic, clay, and glass items in Japan. In addition to pottery, they are also widely used for a plethora of other traditional Japanese crafts, including kimono accessories, wrapping cloths, chopsticks, commemorative gifts, etc, and even food. This box is made from strong wood and has two compartments. It was used to