Japanese Buddhist Altar Wood Lacquer Inside Ceiling Vtg Brown Lattice Gold BA459

VtgJapanese Buddhist Altar Butsudan Ceiling Part

This item is a large decorative part from a Japanese vintage wooden Buddhist altar cabinet. This piece acts as the interior ceiling of a home altar. It is stained a dark brown and brushed with a clear black lacquer. There is a flat plywood board on the back with a gold paper covering. While this is ideal for reconstructing a butsudan, it also makes a convenient organizing tray for things like beads and stamps, a decorative shelf for miniatures, or for DIY art projects.

In Japan, the Buddhist altar is a place to enshrine the principal image that is the center of faith, and is a sacred place to hold memorial services for ancestors as a “small temple in the home”.

• Gold, brown
• Wood, paper
• C1970
• Item weight: 537 grams
• Packed weight: 2100 grams
• Approx. 57.5 cm long x 31 cm wide x 6 cm tall
• Good condition considering its age. Staples sticking out on edge. Some cracks in the wood. Small chips. Wear and tear due to use. Please see the photos.

• Acquired in an estate sale in Gifu, Japan

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.