Vintage Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Lacquer Offering Table
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist altar offering table (Maejoku). It is wood coated with black, red, and yellow lacquer with gold-painted accents. On the front side has carve wooden chrysanthemums and gentle water ripples painted gold. It contains a removable, winged top panel with gold on the front edge with red on the top. 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, red
- Wood
- C1930
- Item weight: 502 grams
- Packed weight: 1000 grams
- Approx. 12.5 cm long x 41.1 cm wide x 12 cm tall
- Fair condition considering age. Some scratches and lacquer wear. Gold paint worn on edges and top panel. Lacquer flaking on edges. Large lacquer chips on top panel and top surface of main body. One small carved chrysanthemum has broken off (missing). 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. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
