Gold and Black Frog-Shaped Lacquer Box bridges arranged in a precise geometrical

arranged in a precise geometrical formation and glued to a solid wood panel

with handanger strips (the white cutwork)

one color at a time

It was purchased from an estate sale that included a wonderful collection of mid-century and contemporary ceramics from Japan

Gold and Black Frog-Shaped Lacquer Box bridges arranged in a precise geometricalReally, what could be sweeter for holding a few favorite rings or a bunch of paperclips than this vintage gold and black lacquer frog box? Made in Thailand in the second half of the 20th century, he's in very good condition, with just a bit of wear to the gold lacquer, as documented. He measures about 4" long x 2" wide x "1. 5" tall.