Lobed Lacquer Plates textile Scholars contend that silver is

Scholars contend that silver is used to ward off evil in the Miao culture

where their varied hues added visual richness to the presentation of seasonal confections

carved in three interlocking wooden sections

who had only limited means

gold coins and a hojunotama (jewel of wish fulfillment)

Lobed Lacquer Plates textile Scholars contend that silver isSet of four thinly turned lobed wood plates, each painted in five colors. Such plates were used for serving sweets (wagashi) during the tea ceremony (chanoyu), where their varied hues added visual richness to the presentation of seasonal confections. Mounted on a contemporary steel stand for display.