Yamanaka Shikki Handcrafted Gold Foil Crimson Crane Lacquer Tray
The Yamanaka Shikki Handcrafted Crimson Crane Lacquer Tray with Gold Foil captures the essence of traditional elegance with its vivid vermilion surface and soaring golden-crowned cranes. Hand-painted and adorned with shimmering gold foil, each crane is depicted mid-flight, symbolizing longevity, harmony, and auspicious fortune.
This lacquerware tradition uses premium Japanese resin. The tray features a sleek, high-gloss surface that resists warping and cracking. Its refined rectangular form is complemented by gently raised edges and functional side handles, ensuring both beauty and ease of use.
This tray is ideal for serving tea, sweets, or special offerings. Whether used in daily rituals or festive settings, it stands as a harmonious blend of artistry and function, a timeless piece that celebrates the grace of tradition.
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Craft: 山中漆器 (Yamanaka Shikki)
• Product:
1x Tray
Handcrafted in Japan using traditional methods, each has a unique design and texture.
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Orders take 2-3 business days to process after placing the order before shipping out.
Standard Shipping Times
• North America
United States (Mainland): 5 - 12 days
Alaska, Hawaii, and other US regions: 10 - 20 days
Canada: 5 - 14 days
Mexico: 10 - 17 days
• Europe: 5 - 12 days
• Australia/New Zealand: 6 - 14 days
• Asia
Southeast Asia: 5 - 8 days
Other Regions: 5 - 14 days
• Latin America: 10 - 20 days
• Other Countries: 10- 20 days
Express Shipping Times: 4 - 8 days
Available for Selected Products in the Following Countries:
• United States(Mainland)
• United Kingdom
• France
• Germany
• Italy
• Austria
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Priority Shipping Times: 3 - 5 days
Available for Selected Products in the Following Countries:
• United States(Mainland)
• Canada
• United Kingdom
• France
• Germany
• Italy
• Austria
• Spain
• Netherlands
• Australia
• New Zealand
• United Arab Emirates
• Saudi Arabia
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Yamanaka Lacquerware
Yamanaka lacquerware originated 400 years ago during the Azuchi-Momoyama period. Initially made by woodworkers for hot spring visitors, it evolved by adopting techniques from Aizu, Kyoto, and Kanazawa. In the 1950s, production expanded to include resin materials. Today, it is used in tableware, interior goods, and bridal gifts.
Natural Lacquer
Only about 200ml of lacquer can be harvested from a single tree, making it a rare and valuable natural coating. The preciousness of natural lacquer emphasizes its significance in traditional Japanese craftsmanship and its enduring value in Yamanaka lacquerware.
Artisanal Craftsmanship
Each piece is accented with delicate touches on the upper rim. Skilled artisans swiftly rotate the vessel, finishing the work by hand, ensuring every item is unique and crafted with precision.
Crafted with Soft Hair
Maki-e brushes are crafted using soft hairs from animals such as rabbits and raccoons. This choice of material allows for the delicate and precise application of intricate designs, essential to the art of traditional Japanese lacquerware
Creating Designs with Lacquer
Designs are painted using a viscous lacquer. This technique, known as maki-e, involves applying the sticky lacquer to create intricate and beautiful patterns, a hallmark of traditional Japanese lacquerware craftsmanship.
Applying Gold Powder
After painting designs with lacquer, gold powder is sprinkled using a tool made from reed stems. The lacquer acts as an adhesive, ensuring that the gold powder adheres only to the lacquered areas, creating intricate and stunning patterns that are signature to the maki-e technique in traditional Japanese lacquerware.
Finishing Touches
Lacquered products are enhanced with maki-e and silk screen printing tailored to their use. Techniques include applying gold and silver powders, color gradients, and raised designs. Designs are printed in multiple layers, incorporating maki-e to add gold powder, resulting in intricate and multi-dimensional finishes.