Lacquer and Silver Decorative Platter (Thailand)

Posted by admin in Kitchen DecorJan 9th, 2009 | no responses This radiant black and silver lacquerware platter is handcrafted of the highest quality materials by Worldstock artisans in the village of Ban Twai in the Golden Triangle region of northern Thailand. Its one-of-a-kind design makes it an intriguing accent for any room in the house. Northern Thai lacquerware is well known to art collectors worldwide, and is acclaimed for some of the finest craftsmanship techniques in the world.

Handcrafted by Worldstock artisans in the village of Ban Twai, Thailand

Lacquerware is created by carving mango wood and applying the black resin of the 'Lak' tree as coating material to give it a fine finish and luster

Seven-layer coat of lacquer to ensure high quality

Each piece takes two months to complete

Real silver is used in the hand-etched designs

Measures approximately 8 inches in diameter

The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.