Gorgeous rare vintage Maki-e brass matchbook case. Fits a standard size matchbook
“Maki-e (蒔絵), which translates to “sprinkled picture”, is a traditional Japanese Lacquer art form that was first developed over 1000 years ago during the Heian Period (794-1185). It involves sprinkling metal powders, commonly gold and silver, onto urushi lacquer before it has hardened, to create incredibly detailed and intricate designs.”
Gorgeous rare vintage Maki-e brass matchbook case. Fits a standard size matchbook
“Maki-e (蒔絵), which translates to “sprinkled picture”, is a traditional Japanese Lacquer art form that was first developed over 1000 years ago during the Heian Period (794-1185). It involves sprinkling metal powders, commonly gold and silver, onto urushi lacquer before it has hardened, to create incredibly detailed and intricate designs.”
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