{"product_id":"trays-japanese-rantai-shikki-bamboo-urushi-lacquer-tray","title":"Trays: Japanese Rantai Shikki Bamboo Urushi Lacquer Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eExceptional, hand-woven lacquer tray brining a commanding layer of classic East Asian heritage, organic geometry, and quiet Japandi sophistication straight into a contemporary interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasterfully executed by Japanese artisans during the mid-20th century, this large statement piece is a premium example of Rantai Shikki (bamboo basketry lacquerware).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foundation is meticulously hand-plaited into an intricate, geometric open-weave pattern using fine, split natural bamboo strips, formed into an elegant scalloped oblong silhouette with integrated carved presentation handles. The entire structure is then sealed with multiple rich, deep-toned undercoats and overcoats of traditional organic Urushi lacquer tree sap. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stunning historical artifact adds an immediate architectural layer and rich, earthy texture to a mid-century dining sideboard console, a minimalist coffee table setting, or styled as a prominent feature on an executive bar vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shift2ThriftVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46951223328966,"sku":"Listing 046-November-2025","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/2163\/2198\/files\/RantaiShikki01.jpg?v=1787020434","url":"https:\/\/shift2thriftvintage.co.za\/products\/trays-japanese-rantai-shikki-bamboo-urushi-lacquer-tray","provider":"Shift2ThriftVintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}