*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a small tray made around 30 years ago. It’s made of wood powder resin coated in black lacquer, and the front is decorated with a Rikyu plum pattern. This particular pattern was favoured by tea master Sen no Rikyu, and has since become a popular pattern for tea items. Plum is also a popular winter motif because it is classified as one of the three friends of winter. Plum, matsu pine and bamboo are admired in both Japan and China as they do not wither against the cold of winter. All three plants are regarded as auspicious and are believed to symbolise endurance and strength. The size of this piece makes it very suitable for serving a bowl of matcha with some sweets. It comes with its original paper storage box. Sizes Paper Box: H.2.9cm (1.1”) x 20.3cm (7.9”) x 20.3cm (7.9”) Tray: H.1.8cm (0.7”) x Dia.19.4cm (7.6”) Condition It’s in very good condition aside from a small patch of scuffing on the bottom, and the box is slightly discoloured. THESE ARE SHIPPING ESTIMATES BASED ON THE CURRENT GLOBAL SITUATION **Germany, France, Greece, Spain, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Lithuania, Slovenia: NO SHIPPING. Very strict and expensive packaging laws in place and we are not licensed to send products to these countries. We have no plan to register at this time because the process is in some cases very expensive and complicated, plus each country has its own set of regulations and application process. **USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway: Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-28 days). Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message). **Asia: Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-21 days). Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message). **Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico: EMS Express 10-15 days. **Russia: No shipping methods available.
