{"product_id":"japanese-lacquer-lid-bowl-nimonowan-makie-gourd-red-lb72","title":"Japanese Lacquerware Lidded Bowl Vtg Nimonowan Makie Hyotan Gourd Red LB72","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Japanese Lacquered Lidded Bowl \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA deep red, almost brown, with a handpainted makie image of a vine of hyotan (gourds) in green and gold, this vintage lacquered wooden bowl with lid is a beautifully decorative addition to any traditional Japanese dinnerware set. This particular bowl is considered a \u003cem\u003enimonowan\u003c\/em\u003e, a bowl made for boiled main dishes such as vegetables, fish, and sometimes tofu. It can also be used for soups and rice.\u003cbr\u003eThe gourd imagery typically represents happiness or success of a business.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWood\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC.1950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 105 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 305 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. [Bowl] 13 cm wide x 5.5 cm tall, [Lid] 12 cm wide x 3.5 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40090609582115,"sku":"LB72 lidded bowl","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Lacquerware-Lidded-Bowl-Vtg-Nimonowan-Makie-Hyotan-Gourd-Red-LB72.jpg?v=1690400002","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/products\/japanese-lacquer-lid-bowl-nimonowan-makie-gourd-red-lb72","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}