Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box cast iron Japanese owl I especially love the man

I especially love the man and woman at either end

lending a warmth and homeyness to its dynamic

though have not been able to trace it

called Hediao

Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box cast iron Japanese owl I especially love the manJust a charming little vintage trinket box made of paper mache in the shape of a turtle and lacquered in gold and black. I love the geometric black patterning against the shiny gold, and how protective the shell lid feels in relation to the box below, plus those great tiny little eyes of the turtle peering out curiously on either side! Very sweet, and a great little box for stashing something special. 5" long x 3" wide x 2" tall and in great vintage