Cassette, lakwerk, versierd met landschappen en gebergten 1750 - 1800

This 18th-century Japanese lacquered box, known as a *kashi* box, is decorated with intricate gold designs depicting landscapes and mountains. The box is made from black lacquer, a technique that originated in Japan and was widely popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. The detailed imagery suggests the box may have been used for storing personal items or for ceremonial purposes. The box is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, highlighting the cultural exchange between Japan and the West during the 18th century.