Set of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki-e Gold Urushi Serving Set Vintage The set features various designs

The set features various designs

It appears to be a lacquer or metallic powder repair (Kintsugi style) covering chips on the mouth

Design: Tea bag shape with carved kanji reading “Usucha” and “Ichien Encha”

crafted by the artisan Nagahara Koin

Sold as-is for restoration or for those who appreciate the "Wabi-sabi" of an aged artifact

Set of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki-e Gold Urushi Serving Set Vintage The set features various designsSet of 5 Japanese Lacquer Plates Juganji Temple Maki e Gold Urushi Serving Set This is a magnificent set of five high quality Japanese Urushi lacquer plates, featuring a prestigious provenance and stunning Maki e (gold sprinkled) artistry. These plates are inscribed with the name of Juganji (), a historic Jodo sect Buddhist temple located in Koto ku, Tokyo, suggesting they were likely used for sacred ceremonies or special guests at the temple. Key