Suruga Bamboo Sensuji Zaiku

Bamboo Small Tray

Name: Bamboo Small Tray
Brand: Suruga Bamboo Sensuji Zaiku
SKU: sts070010501
Price: 169.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$169.00

Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of Suruga Bamboo with this captivating piece. The tray's surface features meticulous bamboo weaving, adorned with a fusion of star and hexagonal patterns, while the reverse side boasts thin bamboo strips intricately woven into a herringbone-like design.

Ideal for tea time, it complements plates with a perfect spot for sweets, and fruits, or even store accessories as a stunning side table decoration. A rare and beautiful design, this gem is a unique find, making it an ideal gift for lovers of this kind of tableware.

Details

Size: Width 27 × Length 27 × Height 3 cm
Material: Bamboo

Care & Use

Wipe off dust and dirt with a soft brush or a well-wrung dish towel.
Avoid washing the item in water or hot water.
Enhance the natural luster of bamboo by using it in a dry, well-ventilated place.

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Bamboo Small Tray

$169.00

Meet the Artisan

Suruga Bamboo Sensuji Zaiku

A collective of 12 skilled artisans based in Shizuoka City, specializing in Suruga Bamboo Sen-suji-zaiku. This traditional craft involves meticulously crafting delicate items such as vases, insect cages, and confectionery vessels from thinly split bamboo, woven and braided using time-honored techniques. The roots of these craftsmen date back to 1840 when Suganuma Kazumasa passed on his skills to Shimizu Inobei, an innkeeper in Shizuoka.

These incredibly talented artisans, certified by the Association for the Promotion of Traditional Crafts Industries, inherited unique techniques from the Edo period, adapting them to modern needs. Their creations, ranging from lighting fixtures to interior products, seamlessly integrate the supple curves of bamboo into everyday life, offering a gentle and timeless presence. With gratitude for your understanding of Suruga Bamboo Sensuji Zaiku, their craftsmen, five of whom hold the esteemed title of traditional craftsman, continue to produce works appreciated both locally and globally.