Antique Late Edo Japanese Wooden Black Kake Suzuri Portable Writing Box WO621 Pottery The sculptural base depicts churning

The sculptural base depicts churning water

a craftsman from Tokushima Prefecture

Type Based on its physical appearance and weathering style

but a rare survivor of history symbolizing longevity and good fortune

The set includes one large rectangular tray and one round tray

Antique Late Edo Japanese Wooden Black Kake Suzuri Portable Writing Box WO621 Pottery The sculptural base depicts churningThis is an antique Japanese wooden kake suzuri (portable writing box), dating back to the late Edo period. It is a traditional utilitarian chest used by merchants for storing calligraphy tools, ledgers, and valuables. The chest features a top opening lid equipped with a coin slot and a metal carrying handle, revealing a shallow upper storage compartment. The front panel includes three drawers of varying sizes secured with iron hardware, including a