This Japanese tray from the 1950s features a rectangular silhouette framed by a sturdy metal border with broad, rounded side handles. The deep, glossy black lacquer provides a dramatic backdrop for the hand-painted central scene: a windmill, a small house, a red boat, and stylized riverbank vegetation, rendered in muted hues of yellow, green, beige, and red. Fine gold and silver details accentuate the composition, highlighting individual elements with subtle refinement. The metal frame, finished in matte with areas of natural patina and oxidation—especially at the corners and handles—emphasizes the tray’s vintage character. The construction is straightforward, with functional joints and a low, wide profile for easy handling. The tray remains in its original, unrestored state. Condition: distinctly worn, with numerous scratches, scuffs, lacquer chips, and time-worn patina, typical of objects in regular use over decades.This tray carries echoes of postwar Japan, a time when traditional craftsmanship began to converse with new inspirations and a growing openness to the world. The windmill motif, rare in classical Japanese iconography, hints at subtle cross-cultural dialogue, while the hand-painted landscape evokes tranquil, everyday scenes filtered through the lacquer’s sheen and restrained palette. Each scratch and mark of use becomes a testament to its journey—suggesting the tray itself recalls family gatherings, tea ceremonies, and moments gently paused in time.The tray would be well suited to interiors with oriental or eclectic accents, where it could be paired with Japanese-style ceramics, minimalist stoneware or glass, and dark woods. Combining it with neutral textiles allows the painted scene to take center stage. It may serve as a decorative accent
DIMENSION
Height5 cm
Depth20 cm
Width38 cm
Dimension details
Width38 cm
Height5 cm
Depth20 cm
Weight1 kg
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