Item Description This is a vintage Aizu-nuri lacquerware toso-ki set, a traditional Japanese ceremonial sake serving set used during New Year celebrations. The set consists of three stacked sake cups (sandan-sakazuki) with an accompanying wooden stand, all exquisitely decorated with intricate gold maki-e depicting auspicious motifs of cranes, turtles, pine, bamboo, and plum. Aizu lacquerware has been a renowned craft tradition in Fukushima Prefecture since the 16th century, known for its durability and refined decorative techniques. This toso-ki set exemplifies the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese lacquerware, featuring delicate gold accents along the rims and detailed hand-painted gold maki-e designs symbolizing longevity, prosperity, and good fortune. The three-tiered cup arrangement (large, medium, and small) is traditionally used for the toso ceremony, where sake is sipped in a specific order to wish for health and happiness in the coming year. The wooden display stand elevates the cups, making it both a functional ceremonial object and an elegant decorative piece. This vintage set shows authentic signs of age and use, including wear to the lacquer surface, minor chips, and areas where the lacquer has naturally deteriorated over time. These characteristics are testament to its genuine age and historical use, adding to its antique charm and collectible value. Size Large cup: Height: 4.5 cm, Width: 12 cm, Depth: 12 cm Medium cup: Height: 4 cm, Width: 10.5 cm, Depth: 10.5 cm Small cup: Height: 3.5 cm, Width: 9.5 cm, Depth: 9.5 cm Wooden stand: Height: 18 cm, Width: 17 cm, Depth: 17 cm Weight 425 g Condition The set shows signs of age including wear to the lacquer surface, minor chips, scratches, and areas of lacquer loss, consistent with a vintage piece that has been used and displayed over time. Artist Profile This piece represents the traditional Aizu-nuri lacquerware craft, which has been practiced in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture since the late 16th century. Aizu lacquerware became particularly prominent during the Edo period under the patronage of the local domain lords and is recognized as one of Japan's most important traditional crafts, celebrated for its durability, refined techniques, and elegant decorative styles. NOTICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend 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.