Japanese Lacquered Wood Serving Tray Vtg Obon Hyotan Gourd Shape Red Black LWB87 Pot 13 cm wide x 2

13 cm wide x 2

勝浦 Katsuura

Narumi Bone China

Kanji on back: Showa 45 (1970)

Discoloration of bronze fittings

Japanese Lacquered Wood Serving Tray Vtg Obon Hyotan Gourd Shape Red Black LWB87 Pot 13 cm wide x 2Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wood Serving Tray This is a vintage Japanese lacquered wooden tray, or Obon, typically used for serving drinks and or snacks to guests in one's home, business, etc. This hyotan gourd shaped tray boasts the classic glossy red and black lacquer. The bottom side is textured for traction on flat surfaces. This tray is ideal for displaying items on a tabletop such as a centerpiece. Hyotan symbols are popular with businesses as