This is a set of five Japanese dessert or fruit forks crafted in the traditional Tamamushi Lacquerware (Tamamushi-nuri) style from Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. Each fork shows a Bush Clover (Hagi / 萩) leaf motif on the burgundy handle. The set includes the original presentation box and the informational booklet.
The text on the label on top of the box reads 玉虫塗 (Tamamushi-nuri). According to the leaflet Tamamushi Lacquerware was developed in Sendai during the early Showa period using silver powder under clear lacquer to achieve its signature iridescent shine.
Condition Notes: The forks are in unused vintage condition. They are lightweight with a smooth, glossy lacquer finish. The original paper box shows visible staining from age, and the information booklet is creased.
Length: Approx. 13 cm
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