Indian Rosewood Balance Scale Box - 19th Century Style - Yuhuchunping Vase This old Japanese woodblock print

This old Japanese woodblock print is by woodblock print artist Toyohara Kunichika

while its timeworn surface tells a story of generations past

though beautifully worn

1988 by Craig Clunas

Indian Rosewood Balance Scale Box - 19th Century Style - Yuhuchunping Vase This old Japanese woodblock printThis elegant Indian box was originally designed to store balance scale weights, which were used for trading in India. Crafted from high quality rosewood and bound with iron with a regency style brass handle. The contents have long since been separated from the container. There is a detachable compartment that can be removed to reveal a large interior space. It could serve as a unique jewellery or keepsake box. From India UK Delivery Charge except