Shippo Pattern Aluminum Placemat L

This large placemat highlights the beauty and versatility of aluminum by combining an artistically designed aluminum tray with a matte black aluminum base. The combination delivers both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality.

The top aluminum mat features a shippo pattern, created from overlapping circles of the same size, where one-quarter of each overlaps the next. This results in a continuous interplay of diamond-like and petal-like shapes. The pattern symbolizes peace, happiness, and prosperity, with its endless chain of circles representing continuity and harmony.

The sturdy black aluminum base is finished with a matte texture, making it compatible with a variety of interior décors. Its surface is decorated with an elegant marble-like pattern formed by shallow, random imprints, adding a touch of refinement.

The placemat is large enough to hold a teapot and two small teacups, making it an excellent choice for serving high-quality Japanese green tea to guests. It can also be used to serve appetizers or small desserts on small plates, creating a modern and sophisticated table setting. Additionally, the top aluminum mat and base can be used separately, offering versatility.

Both the top aluminum mat and the black base are equipped with round urethane rubber pads on their underside corners to prevent slipping and scratching. These pads also make it easier to lift the items from flat surfaces, ensuring convenience and durability.

ALART

ALART was created by Marushin Kinzoku Kogyo in 1947, when the company began a new venture. The brand pursues the possibilities of aluminum based on the concepts of original ideas that break free from stereotypes, design that enhances the creativity of the user, and creative craftsmanship.

Metalwork has long been prized for its durability and gorgeous appearance. In Japan, bronze swords and harnesses were made from the Yayoi period (10th century BCE–mid-3rd century CE) based on techniques introduced from China and Korea. With the rise of Buddhism, the construction of temples, Buddhist statues, and ritual implements flourished, and metalworking techniques also advanced. Eventually, a wide variety of products such as tea ceremony utensils, Japanese swords, armor, and ornaments came to be manufactured.