Meiji Period Japanese Dark Lacquer Tabletop Cabinet

Of rectangular outline, the surfaces on all sides lacquered with repetitive scenes of waves rolling and crashing with spray, small gilt birds fly in and out, above the tumultuous waves, a bronze lidded basket with a pierced bronze lid locates in the top. The lacquer achieved in layers forming the outline of the frothing waves, the spray picked out in silver and the small birds in glorious gold. The cabinet is fitted with 9 drawers with ax handles. Drop handles fitted with sides.
Japan, circa 1880
Height 34 x 37 x 18cm