"Natsume Lacquered Tea Caddy With Pine And Streamers - Japan"
A natsume tea caddy for matcha tea in the tea ceremony. Made of black lacquered wood with coastal pine, wave, and mountain decorations on the lid, which is finished in gold makie lacquer. The interior and base are finished in silver gindame lacquer. For the tea ceremony, the tea master chooses his objects according to the seasons, guests, events, etc. Artist: Kouho. Japan, 1990s. 7.6 x 7.3 cm. With its original box signed by the artist. 
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