{"product_id":"vintage-indian-black-gold-lacquer-tray-hand-painted-architectural-8-5","title":"Vintage Indian Black Gold Lacquer Tray Hand Painted Architectural 8.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eOverview\u003cbr\u003eA fine vintage hand-painted square lacquered serving and catchall tray from India, finished in a classic jet-black ground with intricate gold leaf and paint detailing. Featuring built-in cut-out side handles, the central basin displays a detailed narrative scene filled with traditional domes, layered architectural towers, figures in traditional robes, and lush flowering trees. The inner raised rims are framed by fine-line floral scrollwork, making this piece a functional catchall tray or display accent for Asian Modern, Traditional, or Eclectic interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Artistic Background\u003cbr\u003eRooted in Northern India's long tradition of lacquerware and miniature painting (Naqashi art traditions), this piece showcases fine freehand linework executed with ultra-fine hair brushes. Artisans apply a smoothed lacquer ground over a light wooden core before brush-painting complex architectural landscapes in metallic gold ink and warm ochre tones. The composition captures the romance of classical Indian palace gardens and village architecture surrounded by stylized botanical motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Surface Character\u003cbr\u003e• Hand-lacquered wooden structure with integrated cut-out handles remains sturdy and intact.\u003cbr\u003e• Detailed gold linework across the main basin remains bright, clear, and well-preserved.\u003cbr\u003e• Rims and outer edges display fine micro-crazing and light vintage paint rub-wear, giving the piece an authentic antique aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e• Underside retains its original vintage importer\/maker sticker (\"dGi\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003cbr\u003e• Height\/Depth: 1.5 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Length: 8.5 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Width: 8.5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60049615782174,"sku":"BA-0748","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/il_fullxfull.8345146254_2e1l.jpg?v=1790371889","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-indian-black-gold-lacquer-tray-hand-painted-architectural-8-5","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}