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Serving tray, one of a set of four
Serving tray, one of a set of four

Serving tray, one of a set of four

Place of OriginJapan
Date1800-1900
PeriodEdo period (1615-1868)
MaterialsLacquer and gold on wood
DimensionsH. 8 in x W. 8 in, H. 20.6 cm x W. 20.6 cm x D. 2.4 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60M134
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
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When people expected to serve food to a large gathering, they would bring extra trays to the location where the meal was to be consumed. Lacquered wooden utensils are light and were therefore ideal for transporting to picnics and other outings.