Japanese Green & Gold-Toned Lidded Sweets Bowl and Tray – Kara-nuri Pattern Item Description: Kara-nuri is a signature decorative technique of Tsugaru lacquerware from Aomori, northern Japan. Traditionally, repeated layers of lacquer are carefully polished back to reveal intricate, irregular patterns, creating a rich interplay of colour and depth. The dedication behind this tradition is explored in the 2023 Japanese film Tsugaru Lacquer Girl (Bakanuri no Musume), directed by Keiko Tsuruoka and starring Mayu Hotta and Kaoru Kobayashi. Through the story of a young woman aspiring to follow her father into the craft, the film offers an intimate glimpse into the patience and care behind Tsugaru lacquerware. Its nickname, “baka-nuri,” affectionately reflects the extraordinary time and effort devoted to repeatedly applying and polishing the lacquer. This matching lidded sweets bowl and round tray feature a particularly striking palette: deep green scattered with reddish-brown markings, each traced by delicate golden-yellow outlines. The varied shapes create an almost organic pattern that invites a closer look, while the rounded forms allow the decoration to flow across the lid, bowl and tray. Opening the lid reveals a vivid vermilion-red interior, offering a beautiful contrast to the darker exterior. Displayed together, the pieces form an inviting focal point for a tea table or a collection of Japanese decorative objects. The set comprises a bowl, its lid and a matching tray. The underlying material is believed to be resin rather than wood; its exact composition has not been confirmed. This is a used set with numerous fine scratches from use. Please examine the photographs carefully for details. Maker: Unknown. Size & Weight: Bowl with lid: 17 × 17 × 7 cm Tray: 22.5 × 22.5 × 2 cm Bowl with lid, excluding tray: 480 g Total weight, including tray: 636 g Keyword for search: Kashiki / Bon / Japanese confectionery / Table décor Good condition. For its age, this lacquerware is in good condition. However, due to its aging, there may be some stains or scratches. Please carefully examine the photos before placing your bid. NOITICE The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx, depending on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.