Handmade Lacquer Platter With Intricate Floral Design (Thailand)

This symmetrically hand-etched lacquer tray is the perfect decorative accessory for the placement of your freshly picked flowers, dried flowers, fruits and jewelry. Accentuate your buffet table, sofa table or kitchen with this radiant tray accented with several soft hues including blue, red and silver. Handcrafted by talented artisans in the village of Baan Thawai, located in the Golden Triangle region of northern Thailand, this tray's unique floral design will bring a sense of vibrancy and Eastern flair to any room in the house. Lacquerware from northern Thailand is well known to interior designers worldwide, and is. Lacquerware is created by applying the black resin of the "Lak" tree onto smoothly carved wood to give it a fine finish. Each piece receives a seven-layer coat of lacquer to ensure a high standard of quality and undergoes a 2-month drying process to achieve a rich luster. Natural color pigments are used in the hand-painted designs. Measures 12 inches in diameter. AsiaEXP brings you authentic handcrafted goods from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase you are not only receiving a beautiful handicraft, you are also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain the talented individuals making these fine products and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this product will cause 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.

• Features stunning, hand-etched floral design in rich colors

• Lustrous black base coat is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer

• Use to display decorative items or as a beautiful stand-alone accent piece

• Entirely handmade using the best organic and natural products by skilled northern Thai artisans

• 12 in. L x 12 in. W