✳︎Size: Approx. 15 cm (W) x 15 cm (D) x 27 cm (H) ✳︎Structure: Four tiers (each tier has no chips or cracks) ✳︎Decorative Techniques: Iroe (colored painting), Hon-kinsai (raised gold) ✳︎Estimated Period: Early Showa period ✳︎Weight: 1.5 kg ✳︎Material: Ceramics ✳︎Accessories: Main unit only (no original box or booklet) ✳︎Usage: Dishwasher x Microwave x Direct heat x Stacking ◎ ✳︎Condition: While there are extremely fine scuffs on the gold leaf due to age, other than kiln marks from manufacturing (see photo 19), it is in "beautiful condition" with no cracks or major scratches. The natural texture and fine iron specks from handcrafting (see photo 19), which are not found in modern industrial products, tell the story of its depth and flavor as a "one-of-a-kind antique." There are no crazing except on the upper corner of the white porcelain lid (see photo 17), and the glaze remains smoothly lustrous. This is a four-tiered square jubako made of pottery, embodying Japanese traditional beauty and craftsmanship. It is a piece crafted as a "decorative item" to elevate the table for celebrations such as New Year's, cherry blossom viewing, and seasonal festivals. The most distinctive feature of this work is its "continuous painting" composition, where pine trees, symbolizing longevity since ancient times, and cranes, auspicious birds, are depicted richly and gorgeously with gold leaf, and the entire design is completed by stacking all four tiers. The seamless flow of the pine branches and crane wings across the tiers, without interruption, is a luxurious specification achievable only by kilns with advanced techniques. Motifs wishing for good fortune and prosperity, and the splendor of luxurious gold leaf! The generously applied gold leaf sparkles from every angle, instantly making the dining table more vibrant and the food appear even more delicious. The hakama (pleated skirt-like base) design, which enhances the stability and dignity of the ceramics, elevates the design seen in high-end lacquered jubako to pottery. The base has a stable "high-footed (hakama-equipped)" specification, exuding an elegant presence that seems to sharpen the atmosphere of the space the moment it is placed. It has been stored in a clean condition, and the white porcelain inside is also clean. As shown in the images, the stacking of each tier is smooth, indicating it has been carefully passed down. ◎⤵︎Search Terms Below Arita ware, Old Imari, Kinrande (gold brocade), #TsuruMatsuMon (Crane and Pine design), Auspicious design, Auspicious pattern, #Business prosperity, Family safety, Freedom from illness, Abundant customers, Complete happiness, Infinite good fortune, Eternal youth, Good luck charm, Success, Prayer for success, Auspicious bird, Long-lived crane, Three friends of winter, Welcoming spring, New Year's items, Festival decorations, Tokonoma (alcove), #Lucky charm, #Four-tiered jubako, Stacked fortune, #Jubako, #Cherry blossom viewing, Nakagawa Masamasa Shichishoten, IDEE, Tea ceremony utensils