During the Meiji period, jūkōbako incense boxes with outer covers were extremely rare and reserved for works of the highest quality. This example features togidashi maki-e with bush clover and pampas grass on all sides, and a taka-maki-e cover adorned with plum blossoms, making it an exceptional and refined piece.
— Murata Masayuki, Director, Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum
Dimensions:
8.4 × 12.3 × 7.3 cm (H × W × D)
The exterior features a black lacquer base sprinkled with fine gold powder, with an autumn grass pattern delicately rendered in maki-e. The tips of the grasses and flowers are accented with gold dot work, creating a soft shimmer depending on the light angle. The edges and base are finished with a textured gold surface, giving the piece a refined yet substantial presence. The interior is finished in a calm golden-brown tone, combining elegance and practical functionality.
