Vintage Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Lacquer Offering Table
This is a large-size vintage Japanese Buddhist altar offering table (Maejoku). It is coated with mostly shiny black lacquer with gold accents. It has brass metal decorative plates on the edges as well as a carved natural wood piece front and center with birds. It contains a matching, removable top panel.
In the case of memorial services, a piece of cloth called Uchishiki is inserted between the base and top piece. There are two types of offering tables Maejoku and Uwajoku. Maejoku is placed in front of the Shumidan. It is used for 3 Gusoku (candle stand, flower vase, and incense burner). Uwajoku is placed in front of Amidanyorai. It is used for a flower vase, a rice cup, and a kasha incense burner.
- Black, gold
- Wood, brass
- C1970
- Item weight: 1750 grams
- Packed weight: 2300 grams
- Approx. 17 cm long x 63 cm wide x 19 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some scratches, chips, and dents. Marks from where altar items were set. Minor lacquer abnormaities (bubbles/ripples). Adhesive residue on back and underside of top piece. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- We picked this up from the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
