Vintage Japanese Lacquered Board | Large Square Display Board, Mottled Red-Brown Finish, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26M-007-1

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Board | Large Square Display Board, Mottled Red-Brown Finish, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26M-007-1

A striking large-format Japanese lacquered board with a richly patterned red-brown surface and softly raised surrounding rim.

This vintage Japanese piece is formed as a broad square board with a shallow upturned edge and rounded corners, finished in a dramatic mottled lacquer surface in warm amber, red-brown, and black tones. Across the face, the pattern reads almost like marbling or mineral veining, with scattered reflective flecks that catch the light. The low rim frames the flat central field while giving the piece a clean, structured profile, and the generous scale makes it especially effective as a decorative surface piece.

In a modern home, this handcrafted lacquered board can be styled on a large table, console, or ottoman as a dramatic foundation for candles, books, ceramics, or seasonal objects. Its abstract surface works beautifully with Japandi, wabi-sabi, and mid-century interiors, and it also displays well upright on a shelf or sideboard where the lacquer pattern can be appreciated as a standalone visual statement.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Lacquered wood
• Use: Display board or decorative lacquer surface piece
• Modern Use: Tabletop display base for candles, ceramics, or books; large decorative accent for console, ottoman, or shelf styling
• Features: Large square form; shallow raised rim; rounded corners; mottled red-brown, amber, and black lacquer pattern; scattered light-catching flecks; broad flat central surface
• Dimensions: 30"W x 30"D x 1"H
• Condition: Vintage condition with visible surface wear and edge wear consistent with age and use

A bold and atmospheric piece of vintage Japanese lacquerware that brings warmth, texture, and sculptural presence to a room.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.