Aizu Natural Paulownia Wood, Woodturning, Hollowed-Out Tea Tray Set of Five These are high-quality items with a thickness of 1cm. Fine, net-like grain patterns spread between the thick annual rings, making them visually appealing. Paulownia wood is light and durable, with a skin-friendly touch, making it an indispensable material in Japanese woodworking. In the old days, paulownia chests were a standard item for high-class bridal trousseaus. Recently, imitation lacquerware made by solidifying wood flour with adhesive and applying plastic coating has become prevalent, but in the past, artisans would carve these out one by one using a woodturning lathe. Vintage, approximately 45 years old. Although they have hardly been used, please enlarge the photos and examine the condition carefully as they are vintage items. They will be sent after being lightly wiped with a dry cloth. Since they are unpainted, the more you wipe them, the more the paulownia wood will shine, so please give it a try. Diameter: Approximately 11.2cm