Japanese Shinto Buddhist Wooden Offering Tray Sanbou Vtg Sanpo Altar Brown BA149

VintageJapanese Shinto/Buddhist Offering Tray

This is a vintage wooden offering tray stand for Shinto and Buddhist ceremonies calledsanbou orsanpo respectively. Made of classic cypress wood, it has eight sides and stands on a similarly shaped pedestal. It is used to make offerings to Shinto gods, to represent the Three Treasures of Buddhism (Sangha, Dharma, and Buddha), as well as to present objects to noble people in ancient times.

• Brown
• Wood
• C1970
• Item weight: 278grams
• Packed weight: 578grams
• Approx. 21cm long x 21cm wide x 18 cm tall
• Good condition considering its age. Discolorations. Scratches and small chips on edges. Wear and tear due to use. Please see the photos.

• Acquired in an estate sale in Gifu, Japan

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