Vintage Japanese Red Lacquer Round Tray with Carved Botan Peony Motif, Late Showa (1966-1989) | SKU: 26M-852-3

Vintage Japanese Red Lacquer Round Tray with Carved Botan Peony Motif, Late Showa (1966-1989) | SKU: 26M-852-3

A richly colored vintage Japanese round lacquer tray with a deep red finish, carved botan peony design, and contrasting black lacquer underside.

A Japanese lacquer tray, known as a bon or nurimono tray, is traditionally used for serving tea, sweets, small dishes, or ceremonial items while also serving as a decorative object in the home. This vintage Japanese round tray dates to the Late Showa period (1966-1989) and features a lustrous translucent red lacquer finish that reveals subtle wood grain and textured surface movement beneath the glossy coating. The front is decorated with a deeply carved botan peony motif, a beloved Japanese floral symbol associated with elegance, prosperity, and refined beauty. The raised rim gives the tray a balanced, practical form, while the carved floral detail adds depth and visual richness.

The reverse side is finished in deep black lacquer with visible circular brush-like grain patterns, creating a beautiful contrast against the red rim. In a modern home, this tray works wonderfully as a decorative display piece on a console, coffee table, sideboard, or entryway surface. It may also be used as a catch-all tray for keys and small objects, a display base for ceramics or ikebana, or a refined serving tray for dry items. Its warm red tone and floral carving make it especially suitable for Japandi, wabi-sabi, traditional Japanese, or eclectic interiors.

Origin: Japan
Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
Material: Wood with red and black lacquer finish
Use: Decorative tray; serving tray; lacquerware display piece
Modern Use: Coffee table accent; entryway catch-all; display base for ceramics, ikebana, or small collectibles; decorative wall or shelf display
Features: Glossy translucent red lacquer front; carved botan peony floral motif; raised rounded rim; black lacquer underside with circular grain pattern; lightweight low-profile round form
Dimensions: 11" Diameter x 1"H
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and use

A graceful piece of vintage Japanese lacquerware -- richly finished in deep red and carved with an elegant peony motif -- bringing warmth, texture, and quiet refinement to any modern interior.

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.