Elegant and compact, this Japanese black lacquer ashtray is hand-decorated in gold with a scene of daily life—rich in detail against a deep, glossy ground. Pieces like this are often associated with maki-e style lacquer decoration, prized for the way gold motifs seem to float over the dark surface.
Sourced from a historic Portuguese manor house (solar), it carries the kind of gentle authenticity collectors love: there is a small area of heat-related wear to the gold decoration, likely from a cigarette or cigar, consistent with its original function and clearly reflected in the price.
Details
Japanese black lacquer ashtray with gold hand decoration
Condition: small heat mark/wear to the gold scene (cosmetic)
Measurements: 12.5 cm (W) × 8.5 cm (L) × 1.5 cm (H)
Weight: 0.03042 kg
Styling note: perfect today as a trinket dish for rings/keys, a desk catch-all, or a small accent on a coffee table—especially in eclectic, mid-century, or Japandi-inspired interiors.
