Set of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki-e Gold Urushi Serving Set Vintage This layering gives the foxes

This layering gives the foxes their characteristic chalky

5 inches Weight: 300g / approx

It appears to be a lacquer or metallic powder repair (Kintsugi style) covering chips on the mouth

crafted by the artisan Nagahara Koin

but it is believed to have served various practical purposes in daily life during the Edo period

Set of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki-e Gold Urushi Serving Set Vintage This layering gives the foxesSet of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki e Gold Urushi Serving Set This is a magnificent set of five high quality Japanese Urushi lacquer plates, featuring a prestigious provenance and stunning Maki e (gold sprinkled) artistry. These plates are inscribed with the name of Juganji (), a historic Jodo sect Buddhist temple located in Koto ku, Tokyo, suggesting they were likely used for sacred ceremonies or special guests at the temple. Key