A complete vintage pre-war Japanese wooden puzzle box including a locked inner compartment that includes its original key and paper directions. Marked Ruiji Hongata. Bottom imprinted "Made in Japan". Top has a marquetry inlay design depicting water lilies and seagulls. The front face of the box features a "bookshelf" wooden overlay design. The box requires 6 moves to enter and unlock the box. Overall, the box measures 4 3/8 in. wide x 3 1/4 in. deep x 3 3/8 in. tall when closed.
Specifics
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
- Culture: Japanese
- Handmade: Yes
- Provenance: Ownership History Not Available