Taisho 13 (1924) Wajima-nuri Wooden Product, Vermilion Lacquer Engraved Design: Broken Pine Needles and Pine Cones, Confectionery Dish Confectionery Bowl, Deep Dish, Set of 6, Tea Ceremony Utensils, Tea Ware Due to its age, there are some minor scratches from wear and tear, but no significant damage. In good condition! It was stored in an old box with ink writing indicating it was purchased in Taisho 13. [Broken Pine Needles] It is said that in the tea ceremony, pine needles are spread from the opening of the hearth in mid-November to around March to protect the moss, soil, and tree roots in the garden from frost. This design is derived from this custom, and it is believed to be a design intended to prevent the soup from cooling. Diameter: Approximately 12.4cm, Height: Approximately 3.4cm Handmade, antique items, so the dimensions may vary slightly. Please understand. [Historical Background] These are wooden, vermilion lacquered deep dishes/confectionery dishes made in Wajima before Taisho 13. They reflect traditional Japanese craftsmanship and have historical value. [Design] The beautiful design featuring pine motifs is a characteristic feature, providing visual enjoyment. The design emphasizes a Japanese aesthetic, adding a touch of elegance to the dining table. [Usage] These are versatile items that can be used as confectionery dishes or as mukozuke (side dishes). The set of 6 is perfect for gatherings with family and friends. Era: Before Taisho 13 Material: Wooden product Coating: Vermilion lacquer Design: Broken pine needles and pine cones Quantity: 6 Shape: Deep dish Usage: Confectionery dish Orientation: Mukozuke [Google Search❗] is Mercari Pon-chan ... 3B/241124107788.R.D.URUSHI.BNO.01 →3B/2F.R1.L.URUSHI.BNO.01 #ConfectioneryDish #ConfectioneryBowl #ConfectioneryPlate #TeaCeremonyUtensils #TeaWare #JapaneseConfectionery #DriedConfectionery #BrokenPineNeedles #PineCones #AuspiciousItem #GoodLuck #AuspiciousDesign #Wooden #WoodProduct #Lacquerware #Lacquer #LacquerCraft #CraftLacquer #VermilionLacquer #DeepDish #JapaneseCuisineTableware #RestaurantTableware #TeaCeremony #TeaParty #TeaCeremony #Kaiseki #TeaKaiseki #Omotesenke #Urasenke #MushakojiSenke #YabunouchiSchool #Enshuryu #EdosenkeSchool #MatsuoSchool #Sekishuryu #Sohenryu #JapaneseTableware #Wajima #WajimaNuri #WajimaLacquerware Thank you for viewing.