Round Orange Lacquer Vintage Japanese Stacking Boxes primitive carved spoon Part of what I think

Part of what I think makes it great is its utter impracticality--this thing weighs about 10 pounds

While I purchased it in Massachusetts

or spread across the surface of a mid-century credenza

and extends all the way down from his head to the knife blade

Round Orange Lacquer Vintage Japanese Stacking Boxes primitive carved spoon Part of what I thinkThis pretty vintage Japanese orange lacquer stacking box could be used for serving snacks, organizing office supplies on a desk, holding jewelry on the dresser or vanity, or really for most anything! I love its rounded form and gold edging at each level of the stack, plus the cool abstract design on the lid (I think it is abstract, though perhaps it is text?). I'd guess this box dates to the mid 20th century or so, and is in good vintage condition,