Covered Zoni Echizen Ichimatsu Sandalwood 1 Made in Japan Bowl, Lacquerware, Pattern, Bowl,

Echizen lacquerware... Its history is said to date back nearly 1500 years, when Emperor Keitai visited the village of Ajimano in Imadate County and asked a lacquerer in Katayama Town to repaint his crown. A black lacquer bowl was also presented as a gift. It is said that the master was deeply impressed by its magnificent luster and greatly encouraged its production, which marked the beginning of Echizen lacquerware. ■ Sandalwood lacquerware: A technique in which transparent lacquer is applied over gold leaf, silver leaf, or painted lacquer. The more you use it, the more the underlying gold leaf and other patterns become visible, making you want to cherish it even more. The modern checkered pattern adds a touch of luxury to any setting. Size (approx.): 13 x 8.2 cm *Height with lid: approx. 13 cm Material: Wood composite, lacquer finish Echizen Lacquerware... Its history is said to date back nearly 1500 years. When Emperor Keitai visited Ajimano village in Imadate district, he asked a lacquerer in Katayama town to repaint his crown, and was presented with a black lacquer bowl as well. Deeply impressed by its magnificent luster, he greatly encouraged the craft, and this is said to be the beginning of Echizen lacquerware. ■ Sandalwood Lacquer... A technique in which transparent lacquer is applied over gold leaf, silver leaf, or painted lacquer. As you use it, the underlying gold leaf and other patterns become visible through the lacquer, making you want to cherish it even more. The modern checkered pattern adds a touch of luxury to any setting. Size (approx.): 13 x 8.2 cm Material: Wood composite, lacquer