※Warning: I am not selling this item anywhere other than Mercari. Ryukyu Lacquerware Auspicious Pattern Lacquerware Panel Natural Wood Natural Lacquer Grapes and Squirrels Grape Squirrels Design Squirrel Ryukyu Coating Maki-e This is a panel of glossy Ryukyu lacquerware, a traditional Okinawan craft. Purchased at the Ryukyu Lacquerware Main Store and stored as a new, unused item. This beautiful lacquerware features a generous black lacquer coating with a maki-e design of "grapes and squirrels." It can be framed or displayed on a stand. It will be carefully packaged with bubble wrap for shipping. ※There is no decoration on the back of the panel. "Grapes (budo) and Squirrels (risu)" is an auspicious pattern (kissho monyo) that symbolizes the prosperity of descendants, fertility, and abundance. The combination of abundant grapes and squirrels, which are said to give birth to many offspring at once, expresses the wish for a thriving family and an unbroken line of descendants. "Ryukyu Lacquerware" was a long-established lacquerware store that used natural wood and natural lacquer, but unfortunately, it closed down after more than 140 years of operation. It will be difficult to obtain such works in the future. For those who love them. Height: Approximately 22.5 cm Width: Approximately 32.0 cm ※Please allow for some error. There are some small scratches that occurred during storage. The panel stand is not included.