Vintage Japanese Paper Wet Towel Tray
This is a three-piece set of vintage Japanese chiyogami paper wet towel trays called oshibori-oki. The design features numerous traditional Japanese motifs, such as cherry blossoms (sakura) in red and blue and a subtle beige asanoha hemp pattern in the background. The trays are rectangular and flat with two raised corners. The base is made of dense paper with decorative paper around it. These are used to present and hold wet towels for guests during meals.
Strong, durable, and with gorgeous designs mirroring styles found on kimono fabric, chiyogami paper is commonly found in textile art such as paper dolls and for decorating tins and boxes. As it became more widespread and popular, it is now also used for origami, accessories, book covers, and more.
- Red, blue, beige
- 3 pcs
- Paper
- C1980
- Item weight: 71 grams
- Packed weight: 250 grams
- Approx. 16 cm long x 7 cm wide x 0.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Bend marks on raised corners. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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