Vintage Japanese Copper Kazari-bon Decorative Tray, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0197-1

Vintage Japanese Copper Kazari-bon Decorative Tray, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0197-1

A hand-patinated copper tray with a lobed flower-form rim and rattan-wrapped swing handle -- a refined example of vintage Japanese craft metalwork.

A kazari-bon is a traditional Japanese decorative tray or display vessel, typically crafted from metal and used to hold seasonal arrangements, small offerings, or decorative objects in the home or reception room. This shallow copper tray is shaped in the form of an open flower, its undulating lobed rim evoking natural petals in a quietly expressive wabi-sabi aesthetic. The surface carries a deep, lustrous dark patina with shifting blue-green iridescence -- the result of careful aging on fine-quality copper. The exterior base is finished with visible hammer marks, a hallmark of skilled hand-forming, and bears a small impressed square seal mark, indicating production by a named craftsman or registered workshop. The arched swing handle is wrapped in tightly coiled rattan and secured at each end with slender copper wire fittings, combining natural texture with refined metalwork in the best tradition of Japanese vintage craft.

In a modern home, this striking vintage Japanese copper tray works beautifully as a living room accent -- set on a coffee table or sideboard to hold stones, botanicals, or a single seasonal branch in the ikebana spirit. Its shallow, open form also makes it an elegant entryway catchall for keys and small items, or a bedroom decor accent on a nightstand or vanity tray. The dark patina and organic silhouette pair naturally with Japandi style interiors, mid-century modern shelving, or any minimalist decor that values handcrafted materials and quiet sculptural presence. A truly unique housewarming gift or gift for collectors of Japanese decorative arts.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Copper with dark patina; rattan-wrapped swing handle with copper wire fittings
• Use: Decorative display tray; likely used to hold small ornamental objects or seasonal arrangements
• Modern Use: Coffee table or sideboard display bowl; entryway catchall tray; ikebana or botanical accent piece
• Features: Shallow lobed flower-form bowl with undulating petal-shaped rim; deep dark patina with iridescent blue-green tones; hammer-textured exterior base; arched rattan-wrapped swing handle; impressed square seal mark on underside
• Dimensions: 6 1/4"Diameter x 2 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully crafted piece of vintage Japanese metalwork that brings organic form, artisan patina, and quiet wabi-sabi elegance 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.