19th century Japanese rectagonal box, black with gold painted decor of landscapes and figures with iron fittings. Interior is of stitched pigskin leather. Good condition. Circa 19th-early 20th century.
Japanese wooden rice measuring box used by small merchants before use of modern plastic bags. Japanese characters on all 4 sides and god figures on one side. Dovetailing at corners and metal bands. 2 1/2 inches high and 5 1/2 inches wide on the four sides.
