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Private Producer / Echizen Lacquerware

Ginsai Serving Tray

Sale price$213.00 USD

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Description

This serving tray is made by Mr. Kiyoteru Morita, a renowned undercoat craftsman of Echizen lacquerware. 

Sushi and tempura can be stylishly plated on this tray. It can also be used to serve appetizers, main dishes, and desserts. Neatly display small plates, bowls, and ochoko (sake cups)for an elegant Japanese-style table setting. The sides are slightly curved, making it easy to hold. 

This tray is uniquely designed with one-third of the tray coated using a technique called "Fukiurushi" where transparent lacquer is applied to highlight the elegant, simple wood grains and the very detailed grooves in the wood made by hand with a small knife.  The remaining surface is patterned with long horizontal grooves made with a special spatula and then sprinkled with tin powder. The term "Ginsai" refers to the beautiful silver color expressed by the tin powder. You can feel the contrast of wood against the matte finish which is rare in lacquerware items and the contrast in the depth and width of the grooves. The dark gold shine of tin adds to the artistry of the tray.

Tin Ginsai Echizen Lacquerware Serving Tray - MUSUBI KILN - Quality Japanese Tableware and Gift
Ginsai Serving Tray Sale price$213.00 USD
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