Thank you, 2192! JAPAN Maki-e, Meiji 32 (1899) Era! A masterpiece at a rock-bottom price! Nanten (Heavenly Bamboo) Maki-e Soup Bowls, 2 pieces. Unusually, they have a design without a foot. Total of 10 pieces. Wooden box included. Suitable as rice bowls or sweet bowls. Such a stylish design. The inscription wrapped in the box says "Made in Meiji 32 (1899)." It says "Daikoku-maru Yasumatsu-sama." The craftsmanship of the Meiji era still carried on the techniques of the Edo period, and items from this time are thought to have been made with careful processes, as many are in good condition. This masterpiece, belonging to someone who seems to have been a prominent person, has other items as well. This one was made in 1899. Wow, 126 years ago! I am delighted to introduce this masterpiece. Truly the end of the century. Gold dust is scattered on the raised maki-e, and gold and silver are used to color each leaf. The body pattern has two variations for some reason. Perhaps they were designed to be symmetrical as a pair of bowls. They are depicted realistically and accurately. They are vividly drawn. On the lid, on the sides, and inside the body. Without reservation. A superb lacquerware work. No follower discount! Thank you very much! If you were to commission an item with this level of craftsmanship today, it would easily exceed 30,000 yen per piece. The exquisite techniques that cannot be replicated now. Almax Original Secret A card with instructions on how to care for lacquerware is also included as a gift! The evidence of a beloved history, it's surprising that there isn't much wear and tear. No burns or peeling. Offered at a rock-bottom price. Protected, wrapped in beautiful Japanese paper. The finest maki-e bowls. Easy-to-use flat shape. Inside, Nanten (Heavenly Bamboo) A design from autumn to early spring. Because of the beauty of the pattern, the contents are simple. Toro-ro kombu (shredded kelp) gently. Mitsuba (trefoil) lightly. That's enough for the soup. Size: Diameter 12.5 cm Height 7.5 cm Lid handle diameter 5.6 cm Base diameter 6.3 cm Weight 108 grams 1 piece: 2839 yen 3 pieces: 7439 yen 4 pieces: 10399 yen 5 pieces: 13139 yen 10 pieces: 26939 yen Set of 4 deep lacquerware dishes with a black base and a pattern of red berries and leaves. - Quantity: 4 pieces - Design: Black base with a pattern of red berries and leaves - Material: Lacquerware - Shape: Deep dish Thank you for viewing.