Astau (traditional Kazakh wooden dish).

Description

This is a traditional oval-shaped wooden dish (astau), carved from a single log of wood. It features conveniently shaped carved handles on both sides. Traces of natural wear, changes in wood texture, and historical marks are preserved on the surface, indicating long-term use. The crafting technique is simple yet durable, clearly displaying the natural structure and color of the wood.
In the everyday life of the Kazakh people, the astau was widely used mainly for serving meat, preparing food, and meeting daily household needs.