Unused vintage - stored away, forgotten and rediscovered.
This is a fabulous serving tray that could also be decorative wall art and it appears to be Japanese lacquerware with a carved look that reminds me of Chinese cinnabar.
Based on what I could find, this appears to be Kamakura-Bori Lacquerware from Kamakura Japan. The colors are brights d the tray is in excellent condition- there does seem to be a thin Seam visible on the serving side of this piece
Kamakura-bori is an artisan lacquerwork technique from Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, with a seven-century-old history. Originated in traditional Buddhist sculpture and later transferred to contemporary craftsmen. Patterns are made in wood, lacquered with several colour coats of Macomo Indian Ink, and then polished
Pick up in the Seven Corners area of Falls Church, VA
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