Vintage Japanese Lacquered Serving Tray, Marbled Brown Finish, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26M-103-1

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Serving Tray, Marbled Brown Finish, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26M-103-1

A handsome mid-century Japanese serving tray with a richly mottled brown surface and gently rounded square form.

This vintage Japanese tray dates to the Mid Showa period (1946-1965) and features a broad square surface framed by a low raised rim. The top is finished in a marbled pattern of warm brown, amber, and black tones, while the underside is finished in a contrasting dark solid color. Rounded corners and a slim profile give the piece a clean, practical silhouette suited to tabletop use. The glossy surface and enclosed rim suggest a tray made for serving or for organizing objects neatly within its border.

Today, this piece works beautifully as a serving tray, tabletop organizer, or decorative accent. Use it on a coffee table for candles and small objects, on a dining surface for tea service, or on a console or vanity as a refined catch-all. Its warm mottled finish pairs easily with vintage interiors, wabi-sabi rooms, and layered natural-material spaces.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Wood with lacquered finish
• Use: Serving tray or tabletop organizer
• Modern Use: Coffee table display tray; vanity or entryway catch-all; serving piece for tea or small items
• Features: Square form with rounded corners; low raised rim; marbled brown, amber, and black surface; dark underside; glossy finish
• Dimensions: 30"W x 30"D x 1"H
• Condition: Vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear and minor edge wear

A versatile piece of vintage Japanese lacquerware with strong decorative presence and everyday usefulness.

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.