Vintage Japanese Bento Box In Original Wooden Gift Box Material - Catalpa Wood probably the 19th century

probably the 19th century

There are three sizes available

Made circa 1835 in Canton

A box is first sculpted from wax and then coated with clay (usually made from termite hills) which creates the outer mold

They were often used as family altars or to store religious scrolls

Vintage Japanese Bento Box In Original Wooden Gift Box Material - Catalpa Wood probably the 19th centuryThis painted Japanese stacking bento box is from the 20th century and comes in its original cotton wrap and beautifully inscribed wooden gift box. The perfect gift. UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 7. 50 More delivery options available at checkout