Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wood set of 5 Chataku Plates Tea Saucers Shunkei Games There is chip on the

There is chip on the underside edge of the lid that has likely been there for most of its life given the coloration

allowing this to be carried room-to-room in the home

Medium: Shakudō with gilded highlights

light reduced to its essential gradations

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wood set of 5 Chataku Plates Tea Saucers Shunkei Games There is chip on theSet of five Japanese chataku (tea saucers) in brown lacquer finish, used to hold yunomi cups in traditional tea service. Each saucer has a shallow, gently sloped form with a recessed center to stabilize the cup. The warm brown lacquer shows a soft sheen with subtle variation along the rim and surface. All pieces are in good condition with light surface wear consistent with use. No major chips or cracks observed. A clean, functional set suitable for