Vintage Japanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with Lid mid-20th century 5" Tea Ceremony 5 cm) these vases remain

5 cm) these vases remain in very good condition

this lidded bowl remains in good polish and in very good condition

Diameter = 9 1/2" (28cm)   Height = 3 1/4" (10cm)  Weight = 3lbs 4oz

where they are known as "Shi" or guardian lions

reflecting both traditional Japanese sensitivity and newfound techniques

Vintage Japanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with Lid mid-20th century 5" Tea Ceremony 5 cm) these vases remainJapanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with LidJapan, mid 20th centuryDimensions: approx. 5 H 5 Dia. This finely turned wooden bowl with lid, made from richly grained keyaki (Japanese zelkova), was originally used to store Go stonesthe smooth black and white playing pieces of Japans ancient strategy game Go (). The form is classic and tactile, designed to sit comfortably in the hand, with a rounded, harmonious profile that accentuates the woods natural pattern.