Handmade Black Lacquer and Gold Leaf Decorative Platter / Tray (Thailand)

Use this stunning black lacquer and gold leaf platter to showcase a vase of fresh picked or dried flowers, your favorite decorative items or as a majestic stand-alone accent piece. Authentic, hand-applied gold leaf is accentuated with an elegant, intricately hand-etched pattern around the perimeter, making this platter a true decorative gem. The black finish, smooth and lustrous, is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer followed by a two-month drying process, resulting in a rich, shiny base for the stunning design. This beautiful oval-shaped lacquer accessory is expertly handcrafted by talented artisans in the village of Baan Thawai, located in the historical Golden Triangle region of northern Thailand. The lacquerware from this region is well known to interior designers worldwide, and is acclaimed for some of the globe's finest craftsmanship techniques. Lacquerware is created by applying the black resin of the "Lak" tree onto smoothly carved wood to give it a smooth, lustrous finish. Measures 10 inches wide x 5 inches long x 1 inch high. This creation has been entirely handmade by skilled Thai artisans using only the finest materials. AsiaEXP brings you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase you are not only receiving a beautiful product, you are also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain talented Asian artisans and to preserve the rich cultural heritage of Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this item will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly.  more