Approximately 20 x 21 cm. A gold leaf bamboo dish from Zohiko, a long-established Kyoto shop. Unused. Stored at home for a long time. The original box has dirt and scratches, but is not damaged. For 350 years since its founding in Kanbun 1 (1661), Zohiko has carried on the tradition of beautiful Kyo-shikki (Kyoto lacquerware) using lacquer and maki-e in Kyoto. Heian Zohiko Kyoto Zohiko Zohiko, a long-established Kyo-shikki shop founded in Kanbun 1 (1661) Japanese culture, crafts, traditional crafts, natural materials A light and beautiful dish featuring gold leaf on Kyoto bamboo, symbolizing longevity. The bamboo dishes are handmade by craftsmen. From cutting and carving the bamboo, many processes are repeated, and each one is carefully crafted. The beautiful patterns created by nature, the unique streaks of the bamboo, give the dishes a beautiful appearance. #teaceremonyutensils #driedconfectionerycontainer #lacquerwaretableware #naturalwood #KyotoLacquerware #HeianZohiko