An antique Japanese Haribako (sewing box) made of Tochinoki (Horse Chestnut) and Kiri (Paulownia) woods. Rare connected double Pine needle bronze handles representing good luck and longevity with Gumbai shaped hinges on the top. Vertical slot on the right upper back that was originally used to store a textile ruler called Shaku. Under the hinged lid lies a lift-out tray that hides a secret drawer behind.

Traditionally used by a seamstress or a wife to store sewing paraphernalia including needles, thread, buttons, scissors, etc. Present day uses for this piece would include using it as a jewelry chest or a multi-drawer keepsake box.

Age: Taisho Era (1910-1920)

Dimensions: 12 1/2"Wide by 10" High by 7 3/4" Deep.