Vintage Japanese Chataku "茶托" Tea Saucer, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa) | SKU: 26M-622

Japanese Chataku "茶托" Lacquer Tea Saucers | Vintage Teaware Set & Wabi-Sabi Table Decor, 1946-1965 (Mid Showa), SKU 26M-622

A set of handcrafted Japanese lacquerware tea saucers in deep kuro-urushi black, adorned with delicate golden kikumon crests -- presented in their original wooden storage box.

A chataku is a traditional Japanese tea saucer used to elevate and cradle a teacup during formal tea service, protecting both the table and the cup while lending an air of quiet ceremony to the occasion. This set of handcrafted lacquerware saucers dates to the Mid Showa period (1946-1965) and exemplifies the understated refinement of postwar Japanese craft. Each piece is finished in rich kuro-urushi (black lacquer) over a turned wood base, with the outer rim revealing the warm natural grain of the wood beneath -- a subtle contrast that speaks to the wabi-sabi aesthetic so central to Japanese teaware. The flat rim of each saucer is decorated with paired golden fan-shaped crests, likely a kikumon or similar formal mon (family crest motif), applied with precise maki-e-style gilding. The set retains its original wooden storage box, hand-inscribed with the maker's name and item description -- a hallmark of quality Japanese antique teaware presented as a gift or keepsake.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese lacquerware set offers remarkable versatility beyond the tea table. Display several saucers as a curated living room accent -- arranged on a shelf or sideboard in a Japandi-style interior, their deep black lacquer and golden motifs make a striking decorative statement. Use them as individual jewelry or trinket dishes on a bedroom dresser or bathroom vanity, or as refined candle holders for taper or tea-light candles at a dining table. The original wooden box itself doubles as a beautiful desktop organizer or display prop. A truly unique gift for collectors of Japanese antiques, Japanophiles, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted vintage tableware with a rich cultural story.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Turned wood base with kuro-urushi (black lacquer) finish; golden maki-e-style gilded crest motifs; original wooden storage box
• Use: Tea saucers (chataku) for formal Japanese tea service -- used to support and present teacups
• Modern Use: Decorative display pieces in a Japandi or wabi-sabi interior; jewelry or trinket dishes; candle holders or table decor accents
• Features: Set of multiple matching saucers; deep black lacquer with exposed natural wood grain rim; paired golden fan-shaped crest (mon) motifs on each saucer; raised central cup-rest ring; original hand-inscribed wooden storage box with yellow silk lining included
• Dimensions: 5 1/2" Diameter
• Condition: Excellent

A refined set of Japanese antique lacquerware that brings the quiet elegance of traditional tea ceremony into any modern home.

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 and antique 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.