Table Tray (Tsuigasane)

early 17th century

Not on view

In the medieval period, Negoro vessels were used primarily by monks residing in Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, but aristocrats and high-ranking warriors also used them. Negoro ware is characterized by its strong wooden core, functional form, and the layered application of black and red lacquer. Over years of use, the uppermost layer of red lacquer rubs off and the underlying black layer becomes visible. Table trays (tsuigasane) are used in Shinto shrines to hold the rice that is tossed to drive away evil, part of the “rice-throwing” ceremony.

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根来塗衝重
Title: Table Tray (Tsuigasane)
Period: Momoyama period (1573–1615)
Date: early 17th century
Culture: Japan
Medium: Wood with black and red lacquer layers (Negoro ware)
Dimensions: H. 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm); W. 15 in. (38.1 cm); L. 15 in. (38.1 cm)
Classification: Lacquer
Credit Line: Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2015
Object Number: 2015.500.2.16
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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