{"product_id":"shell-form-tray-wall-pocket-with-samurai-scene-black-gold-japanese-style-decoration-with-stand","title":"Shell-Form Tray Wall Pocket, Samurai Scene, Black and Gold, with Stand","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA molded shell-form tray with a scalloped, fluted body and a pierced handle at the top, finished in black with gold and colored decoration in the Japanese style. The main scene shows a mounted samurai on a white horse with attendants carrying a large banner and spears, two figures with baskets in the foreground, and a landscape with a pavilion, bridge and pagoda behind them. The rim is edged in gold. It can stand upright on a shelf or desk, hang on a wall, or hold letters, cards or small items. A wooden plate stand is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShell-shaped trays and letter holders with Asian-style scenes were popular decorative pieces in Western homes, part of the fashion for Japanese and Chinese motifs. This piece came from an estate auction in the same lot as a pair of wall pockets marked Germany. It has no visible maker's mark. Chips on the back show a tan fibrous base consistent with papier-mâché.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decoration is mostly intact, with wear and some loss to the gold and paint, especially in the background. There is a crack line across the handle on the right side, with a small loss near the top edge. The black finish on the back has scattered chips and scuffs, including a larger chip at the top left corner of the handle. Please see all photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 12 x 10 x 2.8 inches (W x H x D). The stand is about 7.4 inches tall. Total weight about 11.3 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping within the US, packed securely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60895944212766,"sku":"BA-1720","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-11-07at10.43.11_3.jpg?v=1794066517","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/shell-form-tray-wall-pocket-with-samurai-scene-black-gold-japanese-style-decoration-with-stand","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}