Tray with Design of Butterfly 19th century

This 19th-century tray, crafted by the renowned Japanese artist Ikeda Taishin, showcases a design of a butterfly on a black lacquer background. The tray, measuring just 5 inches wide and 8 inches long, is a testament to the artist's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of the lacquerware technique. The butterfly, rendered in gold, is a symbol of beauty, transformation, and longevity in Japanese culture. The tray is a beautiful example of Japanese decorative arts and is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.