Decorative tray - Japan - Maki-e with Silvered Rim

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Japanese maki-e lacquer rectangular tray in black with a silvered metal rim, made of wood, measuring 18 cm by 27 cm by 2 cm and weighing 180 g, dating roughly from the 1950s to the 2000s, in good condition with minor surface wear and patination on the rim, accompanied by a plain wooden storage box.

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- Title
An Elegant Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Rectangular Tray with Silvered Rim

- Short description of the item and its origin
A fine and rare Japanese rectangular lacquer tray, beautifully adorned with exquisite maki-e decoration and finished with a classic silver-toned metal rim.

This rectangular tray captures the timeless elegance of traditional Japanese lacquerware.
The surface features meticulous maki-e (sprinkled gold powder) decoration, depicting a poetic branch of blooming camellias (tsubaki) with finely detailed petals and leaves, offset by a delicate scattering of gold dust (maki-bokashi) against a rich, lustrous black lacquer background.

The execution of the maki-e showcases remarkable depth and texture, catching the light beautifully from different angles.
Enhancing its refined structure, the tray is finished with a metal-mounted rim (fukurin) in a polished silver tone, providing a striking contrast to the warm tones of the lacquer and ensuring both durability and a high-status aesthetic.
This piece serves as an exceptional example of Japanese craftsmanship, perfect for displaying tea utensils, scholar's objects, or as a standalone centerpiece.

- Condition
In overall good condition with minor surface wear and natural patination to the metal rim consistent with age.
There are minor lacquer flakes/losses to the corners of the tray. No major chips or restorations.
Note on the rim: The metal rim has not been tested for silver purity and is sold as a silver-toned metal mount (fukurin).

- Accompaniment
Accompanied by a plain wooden storage box.

- Dimensions (in cm)
Height:2cm
Width:18cm
Depth:27cm
Weight:180g

- Shipping method
DHL Express


Thank you.
WAQWAQ

Seller's Story

Thank you for your visiting WAQWAQ store. We are based in Kyoto Japan buy and sell shop since 2003, on Catawiki since 2025. We ship items via FedEx, DHL and EMS to worldwide for faster and reliable deliveries.

- Title
An Elegant Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Rectangular Tray with Silvered Rim

- Short description of the item and its origin
A fine and rare Japanese rectangular lacquer tray, beautifully adorned with exquisite maki-e decoration and finished with a classic silver-toned metal rim.

This rectangular tray captures the timeless elegance of traditional Japanese lacquerware.
The surface features meticulous maki-e (sprinkled gold powder) decoration, depicting a poetic branch of blooming camellias (tsubaki) with finely detailed petals and leaves, offset by a delicate scattering of gold dust (maki-bokashi) against a rich, lustrous black lacquer background.

The execution of the maki-e showcases remarkable depth and texture, catching the light beautifully from different angles.
Enhancing its refined structure, the tray is finished with a metal-mounted rim (fukurin) in a polished silver tone, providing a striking contrast to the warm tones of the lacquer and ensuring both durability and a high-status aesthetic.
This piece serves as an exceptional example of Japanese craftsmanship, perfect for displaying tea utensils, scholar's objects, or as a standalone centerpiece.

- Condition
In overall good condition with minor surface wear and natural patination to the metal rim consistent with age.
There are minor lacquer flakes/losses to the corners of the tray. No major chips or restorations.
Note on the rim: The metal rim has not been tested for silver purity and is sold as a silver-toned metal mount (fukurin).

- Accompaniment
Accompanied by a plain wooden storage box.

- Dimensions (in cm)
Height:2cm
Width:18cm
Depth:27cm
Weight:180g

- Shipping method
DHL Express


Thank you.
WAQWAQ

Seller's Story

Thank you for your visiting WAQWAQ store. We are based in Kyoto Japan buy and sell shop since 2003, on Catawiki since 2025. We ship items via FedEx, DHL and EMS to worldwide for faster and reliable deliveries.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
180 g
Title additional information
Maki-e with Silvered Rim
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Japan
Colour
Black
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
27 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960, 1960-1970, 1970-1980, 1980-1990, 1990-2000
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Objects sold
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