RARE Lacquered Ware Laquer Black Wood WOODEN TRAY Plate Decorative Art (Sacramento)
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Photos 1 to 12: RARE Lacquered Ware Laquer Black Wood WOODEN TRAY. Plate Decorative Arts Vintage. Two available, $80 each
Hard to capture its beauty in the photos. Dessert foliage cactus nature pattern in deep robust earthy rust reds greens and maize against a black background. Award winning pieces purchased in Mexico City as examples of the best folk handicrafts from the country.
MEXICAN FOLK ART TRAY - OLINALA; RAYADO HAND ENGRAVED LACQUER ON LINALOE WOOD
Made by a lacquer technique acquired by generations of families extending back to trade ships that arrived in Mexico "Nao de la China" vessels. This long and laborious process requires nearly 30 steps.
Measures about 8 1/4" x 10 3/8" x 1" rise
These trays have traveled internationally through customs in 3 countries and show signs of age. Zoom into photos to view overall details and texture.
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Photos 18–23: Red etched wood CD holder, has surface wear, $120 or best offer
tags: fundraiser household decor Mexican fine folk art arte fina