Vintage Japanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with Lid mid-20th century 5" Suzuribako Forged iron side stirrup handles

Forged iron side stirrup handles aid in transporting this chest even when fully loaded with possessions

5″ H × 5″ Dia

Blade width = 7/8” (45mm)

This bowl measures 6" in diameter by 3 1/4" tall (15 x 8

showcasing a rare sense intimacy with the subjects

Vintage Japanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with Lid mid-20th century 5" Suzuribako Forged iron side stirrup handlesJapanese Keyaki Wood Go Bowl with LidJapan, mid 20th centuryDimensions: approx. 5 H 5 Dia. This finely turned wooden bowl with lid, made from richly grained keyaki (Japanese zelkova), was originally used to store Go stonesthe smooth black and white playing pieces of Japans ancient strategy game Go (). The form is classic and tactile, designed to sit comfortably in the hand, with a rounded, harmonious profile that accentuates the woods natural pattern.