{"product_id":"curio_other_other_fynd-0000467","title":"[Antiques] Anmandai box, double joy crest \/ China \/ Chinese traditional crafts, reddish brown wood, flower carvings, lucky charms","description":"\u003cp\u003e This reddish-brown storage box features the double joy pattern, a design that embodies the techniques of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The double joy pattern is a design based on the character \"囍,\" which is made up of two \"joy\" characters lined up. It is an auspicious motif that has been used in Chinese-speaking countries as a lucky charm for celebrations such as weddings and the Chinese New Year. The front and sides of this box feature delicate carvings of the double joy pattern and floral motifs. A brass metal fitting is placed in the center, creating a beautiful harmony with the reddish-brown wood, exuding a time-honored elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e detail\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe double joy pattern symbolizes the overlapping of joys and the arrival of two joys, and is a popular motif especially for weddings and other celebrations. Its origins are said to date back to Wang Anshi, a politician and poet from the Northern Song Dynasty, and it has been passed down as a traditional Chinese custom for over 1,000 years. This box features an elegant design featuring the double joy pattern within a circular frame, surrounded by floral motifs. The surface will develop a deep reddish-brown color over time, evoking a serene elegance. The brass hardware serves as both hinges and lock, combining functional beauty with decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Recommended Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt can be used practically as a box to store important accessories, seals, and valuables. The auspicious double joyful crest also makes it an ideal gift box for wedding gifts, housewarmings, and other celebratory occasions. It can also be placed on a display shelf or sideboard as a small item holder, or simply displayed as an interior accent, adding an exotic atmosphere to any space. It can also be placed on a desk in your study to store stationery and business cards, or displayed in a tokonoma alcove in a Japanese-style room to hold seasonal accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Interior coordination proposals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e [Asian Style] Pair with ethnic furniture and bamboo decor, and display with potted plants. The auspicious double joyful motif creates a resort-like atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e[Japanese-Western Eclectic Style] Place it on a sideboard in a modern Western-style room and combine it with simple Scandinavian furniture. The harmony between traditional Chinese craftsmanship and modern space creates a sophisticated, mature atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e About quality and condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Since this is a reused item, it may show signs of wear compared to a new item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e There may be repair marks or color unevenness due to aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e There may be small scratches or scuff marks due to use, but this will not affect use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e There may be slight differences in color tone between the photo and the actual product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/search?q=%0A\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eother\"\n Click here for products from\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51105125695769,"sku":"FYND-0000467","price":24800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7106\/8953\/files\/20250613154734_p1008.webp?v=1753847630","url":"https:\/\/fynd-jp.com\/en\/products\/antiques-anmandai-box-double-joy-crest-china-chinese-traditional-crafts-reddish-brown-wood-flower-carvings-lucky-charms","provider":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}