Vintage Japanese Hand Painted Maple Leaf & Bird Creamer Cranes Hand carved and built in

Hand carved and built in Chinese hardwood wood with details in traditional motifs around all four sides

it features sliding doors adorned with delicate motifs

This is an antique Taisho era (c 1920's) kyodai (vanity tansu chest) with a unique arrangement of four drawers

Diameter = 17"

Vintage Japanese Hand Painted Maple Leaf & Bird Creamer Cranes Hand carved and built inThis vintage creamer, by Chugai China, made in occupied Japan, is adorned with intricate hand painted details, a bird much like the Japanese bush warbler (uguisu) and maple leaves (momiji). The top is trimmed with a black and gold motif, reminiscent of traditional Japanese lacquerware (urushi), adding a touch of sophistication and cultural richness. The gracefully curved handle and spout embody the elegance of Japanese craftsmanship, making this both