{"product_id":"antique-other-wood-products-281","title":"WOODEN RECTANGULAR TRAY, Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897 CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rectangular tray with a raised rim, set on a low pedestal. Thick timbers are assembled and secured with wooden pegs, resulting in a spare yet robust construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWooden objects of the Joseon dynasty often exhibit restrained ornamentation, their forms shaped to practical use. This tray likewise reveals an unadorned, straightforward construction that emphasizes its function as a utilitarian object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raised edges on all four sides have sufficient height, providing the practical ability to carry vessels and tea implements together as well as stability when the tray is set down. The surface shows accumulated scuffs and knife marks from years of use, and reddish-brown tones appear through the darkened wood. The gradations of tone and sheen that have developed with use harmonize with the wood grain and ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple rim, together with the overlapping forms, creates a quiet, composed expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece exhibits age-related wear, including scuffs, scratches, soiling, insect damage, and gaps in the wood. While well suited as a tray, it can also be placed on the floor or on a tabletop and used as a display base for arranging several objects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROCANIIRU COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52930985427225,"sku":null,"price":629.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9911\/1193\/files\/202608031308.jpg?v=1785752825","url":"https:\/\/rcnir.com\/en-gg\/products\/antique-other-wood-products-281","provider":"入蘆花（ロカニイル）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}