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Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period
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Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period

19th century
Sold 13 February 2026 · Ritas Bazaar
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Description

A large Japanese carved wooden tray in the wagatabon tradition, dating from the Meiji period (1868–1912). The design comprises two connected trays: a large rectangular lower tray and a smaller raised oval tray, joined by an organic carved handle formed from intertwined lotus stems.

Both trays are richly carved with scrolling lotus leaves and stems, with two small lotus seed pods carved fully in the round. The upper tray incorporates a pierced lotus blossom element, adding visual lightness and refinement. The carving is confident and well defined, showing careful control of depth and movement.

Carved from solid quarter-sawn keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the tray displays warm red-brown tones and a natural patina consistent with age. Keyaki was highly valued in Japan for its durability, fine grain and decorative qualities, making it a favoured material for high-quality functional objects.

The lotus (hasu) is a powerful symbol in Japanese culture, associated with purity and enlightenment, rising unstained from muddy water — a theme clearly and deliberately expressed in this design.

Measurements

Length: 62 cm (24.4?)

Width: 38 cm (15.0?)

Height: 3 cm (1.2?)

Condition

Very good overall condition. A small chip is present to the underside, which does not affect appearance or use. Otherwise excellent, with strong carving detail and a pleasing aged surface.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Carved Wood Lotus Tray to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1187450
Dealers Internal Reference
B1586
Description
A large Japanese carved wooden tray in the wagatabon tradition, dating from the Meiji period (1868–1912).
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The design comprises two connected trays: a large rectangular lower tray and a smaller raised oval tray, joined by an organic carved handle formed from intertwined lotus stems.
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fig 1. An intricately carved brown wooden tray featuring raised relief designs of lotus leaves and seed pods.
fig 1. Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period

Both trays are richly carved with scrolling lotus leaves and stems, with two small lotus seed pods carved fully in the round. The upper tray incorporates a pierced lotus blossom element, adding visual lightness and refinement. The carving is confident and well defined, showing careful control of depth and movement.

fig 2. An intricately carved brown wooden tray featuring raised relief designs of lotus leaves and seed pods.
fig 2. Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period

Carved from solid quarter-sawn keyaki (Japanese zelkova), the tray displays warm red-brown tones and a natural patina consistent with age. Keyaki was highly valued in Japan for its durability, fine grain and decorative qualities, making it a favoured material for high-quality functional objects.

fig 3. An intricately carved brown wooden tray featuring raised relief designs of lotus leaves and seed pods.
fig 3. Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period

The lotus (hasu) is a powerful symbol in Japanese culture, associated with purity and enlightenment, rising unstained from muddy water — a theme clearly and deliberately expressed in this design.

Measurements

fig 4. An intricately carved brown wooden tray featuring raised relief designs of lotus leaves and seed pods.
fig 4. Japanese Carved Keyaki Wood Lotus Tray (Wagatabon), Meiji Period

Length: 62 cm (24.4?)

Width: 38 cm (15.0?)

Height: 3 cm (1.2?)

Condition

Very good overall condition. A small chip is present to the underside, which does not affect appearance or use. Otherwise excellent, with strong carving detail and a pleasing aged surface.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Carved Wood Lotus Tray to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187450
Dealers Internal Ref
B1586
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An intricately carved brown wooden tray featuring raised relief designs of lotus leaves and seed pods.
Japanese carved keyaki wood lotus tray (wagatabon), Meiji period
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrays
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialKeyaki Wood
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsLotus leaf relief, Seed pod accent, Chiseled grain texture
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A wagatabon is a traditional type of wooden tray originally crafted in the mountainous regions of Japan, notably around Wakasa, often used for daily household purposes or in connection with local temple rituals.

Meiji period woodworkers frequently utilised indigenous Japanese hardwoods such as keyaki (zelkova), hinoki (cypress), and chestnut due to their durable grain structure and suitability for detailed chisel work.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-chiseled tool marks, natural ageing and patina on the wood surface, traditional joinery where applicable, and stylistic motifs consistent with late 19th-century Japanese craftsmanship.

An antique wooden tray can be displayed flat on a low surface to highlight its sculptural carving, placed as a focal point on a coffee table, or mounted securely on a wall as textural artwork.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoiding chemical polishes or water immersion.
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