ANTIQUE JAPANESE MEIJI ERA (c.1900) BLACK LACQUER LIDDED SOUP BOWL GOLD MAKIE^

Description

This is an antique black lacquer lidded soup bowl. It was han
d turned from cryptomeria wood with over twenty layers lacquer.
Japanese lacquer is considered the finest in the world. This type of bowl was often used for miso soup or white rice. There is a raised gold design (makie) of pine, bamboo, and plum blossom on the lid
(sho-chiku-bai). Shochikubai are three elements of happiness and
longevity.
Having been in storage for over a century, with exception to minor signs of use, this bowl
remains in
fine
conditioning
are in good polish. Measures 3 1/2" in diameter by 3 1/4" tall with lid (9 x 8 cm)
.
There are 4 more
identical
soup bowls available upon request.
You'll love it,
I guarantee it
.........If you purchase these items and are not completely delighted with them, you may return them for a no questions asked refund within 30 days
of receipt.
Sailerking
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from no
rmal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly.
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