Wajima Ryusaku Lacquerware Tray teaware We visited Akita in February

We visited Akita in February 2015 and attempted to visit his workshop

and his akae overglaze wares

and features a lovely bellflower pattern

This technique involves using multiple layers of powdered clay to create a three-dimensional surface

Wajima Ryusaku Lacquerware Tray teaware We visited Akita in February*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a vintage Wajima nuri lacquerware tray made around 30 40 years ago by Wajima Ryusaku. It is made of wood and decorated with makie depictions of red bamboo over a black lacquer base. Bamboo is a popular motif because it symbolises good luck in Chinese culture, and its a symbol of courage and bravery in Japan. The Ryusaku