Artistic Wajima lacquerware wooden bowl with antique gold-enameled birds, flowers, and mother-of-pearl inlay of plum blossoms - 1 piece

A single antique soup bowl, dating back approximately 100 years from the Taisho to early Showa periods.

Features a rare mother-of-pearl inlay pattern of seashells on a plum tree motif.

This is a high-quality item, comparable to those used in upscale Japanese restaurants.
Currently, similar wooden, genuine lacquerware with gold accents are priced around 30,000 yen at department stores like Mitsukoshi.

The value of this piece is enhanced by the abundant gold leaf detailing on the flowers.

The gold leaf depicts birds, flowers, and plum blossoms with delicate and three-dimensional artistry, combining both aesthetic appeal and a sense of luxury.

This soup bowl is meticulously crafted from natural wood by artisans and finished with multiple layers of natural Japanese lacquer.

Natural Japanese lacquerware is a rarity today, as over 90% of the lacquer used in Japan is imported from China.

The result is a beautiful, deep black finish achieved by repeatedly applying lacquer over a natural wood base.

Enjoy your clear soups, zoni, or miso soup with elegant flair.

This piece will add a touch of historical grandeur to your dining experience and create an artistic, luxurious atmosphere.

◯ Size (cm)
Height: 8.5 (including lid), 5.5 (bowl only)
Diameter: 12.5

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