Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wooden Board Tray, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26M-103-3

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wooden Board Tray, Mid Showa (1946-1965) | SKU: 26M-103-3

A generously sized square board tray with a bold speckled lacquer finish and clean, functional lines.

This vintage Japanese board tray, likely dating to the Mid Showa period (1946-1965), features a broad square form with a shallow raised rim and softly rounded corners. The surface is finished in a dark lacquer with dense silver-toned speckling that gives the piece a lively, stone-like visual texture. Its wide flat field and low profile make it especially versatile, while the black underside offers a strong contrast to the patterned top surface.

In a modern home, this large vintage tray works beautifully as a tabletop organizer, display base, or serving surface for tea ware, candles, ceramics, or seasonal arrangements. Its restrained square shape and dramatic finish pair well with Japandi, wabi-sabi, and mid-century interiors alike. It can also be used as a statement board on a low table, sideboard, or entry console where its scale and finish can be fully appreciated.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Wood with dark speckled lacquer finish
• Use: Large tray or board for serving, display, or tabletop organization
• Modern Use: Coffee table display tray, tea service board, centerpiece base, or entryway catchall
• Features: Square form with shallow raised rim and rounded corners; dark lacquered surface with fine silver-toned speckling; broad flat interior; black underside
• Dimensions: 24"W x 24"D x 1"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition -- visible surface wear, scratches, and edge wear consistent with age and use; overall form remains sound and highly usable

A striking and functional piece of vintage Japanese tableware with strong presence and everyday versatility.

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.