{"product_id":"japanese-lacquer-tray","title":"Japanese Lacquer Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eA finely executed square Japanese lacquer tray of generous proportions, with rounded corners and a broad black lacquer rim enclosing a striking mottled red and black surface. The interior is decorated in a richly textured \u003cem\u003enashiji\u003c\/em\u003e-like finish, creating an intricate organic pattern reminiscent of stone, tortoiseshell or flowing lacquer marbling. The restrained black border provides a dramatic contrast to the vibrant vermilion ground, highlighting the depth and lustre of the lacquerwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJapan, dated 15 November 1984\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is finished in black lacquer and bears a gilt dedication inscription reading:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Congratulations on your 77th birthday (Kiju).\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePresented to a respected recipient (\u003cem\u003eSensei\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e15 November 1984\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese tradition, \u003cstrong\u003eKiju (喜寿)\u003c\/strong\u003e marks the seventy-seventh birthday and is one of the most important longevity celebrations, making this tray a commemorative presentation piece created to honour the recipient on this significant occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant example of late twentieth-century Japanese lacquer craftsmanship, combining traditional decorative techniques with a refined, minimalist aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e76.5 × 76.5 × 2.3 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood overall condition with light surface wear and minor marks consistent with age and use. The commemorative inscription remains clearly legible on the reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collection EE40","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53669429412177,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/0W2A6840.jpg?v=1781524799","url":"https:\/\/nicholaswells.com\/products\/japanese-lacquer-tray","provider":"Nicholas Wells Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}