Lobed Lacquer Plates textile In addition

In addition

Scholars contend that silver is used to ward off evil in the Miao culture

Reticulated oval iron lantern decorated with interlocking coin motifs

the spirals represent the interminable essence of life

which conveyed the ideals of Korean Confucian state that was preeminent at the time

Lobed Lacquer Plates textile In additionSet of four thinly turned lobed wood plates, each painted in five colors. Such plates were used for serving sweets (wagashi) during the tea ceremony (chanoyu), where their varied hues added visual richness to the presentation of seasonal confections. Mounted on a contemporary steel stand for display.