This is an old set of four nested lacquerware bowls. They are made of natural wood with a black interior and vermilion lacquer. The rims are painted gold. Each bowl is carefully crafted, and their stacked appearance is attractive. There are small chips in the gold paint on the rims, and fine scratches on the surface and in the recessed areas. Overall, the wood and lacquer are in relatively good condition for their age. The black and vermilion lacquer have a nice sheen. The wood is thick and sturdy, becoming thicker towards the bottom. The bottom section has a distinctive shape (see photo 7). There is a "大" (dai - large) mark on the foot. They may be Jōbōji lacquerware from Iwate, but it's not certain. The set includes a rice bowl, a soup bowl, and two side dish bowls. The four bowls nest together into one. I believe these bowls are valuable as folk art. 【Size】 Large: Diameter approx. 12.2cm x Height approx. 7.4cm Medium: Diameter approx. 11.4cm x Height approx. 4.8cm Small: Diameter approx. 10.4cm x Height approx. 3.6cm Small: Diameter approx. 9.8cm x Height approx. 2.2cm This is a set of 4 round lacquerware bowls. - Color: Black interior with vermilion - Quantity: Set of 4 - Shape: Round