For sale is a Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) natural wood slab which has an unique organic shape and a masterfully hand-carved topside.  It features a striking, weathered rustic wood grain texture.  The topside reveals interesting hand-carved rectangular pockets and depressions, indicating it may have been used as a traditional Tea Ceremony stand (for small stoves/kettles) or a stand for Bonsai and Ikebana.

The natural wood slab is also perfect as a rustic display stand for Suiseki (viewing stones).  It is excellent as an oriental accent centerpiece for displaying flower vases, antiques, Buddhist statues or altar related items, etc.  This is a wonderful addition for collectors of Japanese fine art.

Dimensions:

- Length: Approx. 30cm / 11 13/16 inches

- Width: Approx. 22cm / 8 5/8 inches

- Height: Approx. 8cm / 3 1/8 inches

- Weight: Approx. 1820 grams

Condition:

This is an antique item which has a magnificent, naturally aged wood patina with authentic cracks, knots, and textures that enhance its rustic charm.  No structural breaks that affect its use.  Please thoroughly inspect all high-resolution photographs to determine its overall condition and to evaluate the unique shapes and details of both sides.

We have more Japanese Ikebana, Bonsai, Buddhist, etc. related items on eBay so please take a look at them.

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When purchasing from Japan, keep in mind that shipping can sometimes take longer and cost more than buying from a seller in your own country.  If you have any questions about shipping, contact us before you go to checkout.

We will use the carrier's insurance to pay for no delivery or damage.

The carrier's no delivery report or damage claim report is required in order to receive payment.

The good news is we rarely have no delivery or breakage.

Duties and Taxes Information

UNITED STATES BUYERS:  In accordance with eBay policy, all import duties and custom clearance fees have been included in the shipping price.  There are no import duties or custom clearance fees upon delivery.

EU BUYERS:  All items have a mandatory €3 customs duty that will be charged on all e-commerce packages sent from Japan.  This fee is applied per item.  However, you may still have to pay neccessary customs duties, and other related fees.

There are 3 methods of paying the fees.  They are Postal Delivery Duties Paid (PDDP), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU).  We will ship packages by JAPAN POST but it uses DDU which is not accepted by some EU countries.  We will use SpeedPAK to EU countries such as Germany that demand PDDP or DDP.  SpeedPAK is a little more expensive.

EUROPE, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, ASIA, ETC. BUYERS:  We will ship all packages by JAPAN POST.  Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping price.  These charges are the buyer's responsibility and vary by country, product, material, origin, etc.  Please check with your local customs office before bidding or buying.  For more information on taxes and import charges, see "Paying tax on eBay purchases."