Bowl Table

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts an elaborate lacquerware set consisting of five intricately designed bowls and vessels, each adorned with golden patterns on a black background, placed on a small lacquered tray with elegant curved legs. The interior of the vessels and the surface of the tray are painted a rich, deep red, creating a striking contrast with the black and gold exterior, with swirling motifs enhancing the overall aesthetic. The craftsmanship showcases traditional artistry, reflecting a sense of elegance and cultural heritage, likely used in ceremonial or special occasions to highlight its significance and the skill involved in its creation.

The image depicts an elaborate lacquerware set consisting of five intricately designed bowls and vessels, each adorned with golden patterns on a black background, placed on a small lacquered tray with elegant curved legs. The interior of the vessels and the surface of the tray are painted a rich, deep red, creating a striking contrast with the black and gold exterior, with swirling motifs enhancing the overall aesthetic. The craftsmanship showcases traditional artistry, reflecting a sense of elegance and cultural heritage, likely used in ceremonial or special occasions to highlight its significance and the skill involved in its creation.

Name/Title

Bowl Table

Entry/Object ID

2020.7.22

Description

A black and gold table with five bowls sitting on Orange velvet from a Hina-Matsuri set brought by Michik Takaoka to promote increased awareness of Japanese culture in 2004.