Item Description "This prestigious and gorgeous natsume (tea caddy), featuring a motif based on the maki-e lacquerware of the historic Kōdai-ji Temple in Kyoto, is a luxurious piece that can be used for tea ceremonies, as a decorative display, or even as a candy container." "Located in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, it is a temple of the Kennin-ji school of Rinzai Zen Buddhism, with its formal name being Kōdai-jushō-zen-ji. Its main characteristics and history are as follows: Established by Kita no Mandokoro (Nene), the lawful wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi: In 1601 (Keichō 6), Nene (who took the Buddhist name Kōdai-in upon becoming a nun) built it to pray for the soul of her husband, Toyotomi Hideyoshi." Dimensions Height: 7 cm Width: 6.5 cm Depth: 6.5 cm Weight 47 g Condition The lacquer surface retains a generally good sheen throughout, and no major chips or flaking are visible; however, minor signs of wear and fine scratching consistent with age and careful use can be confirmed as shown in the images. Please also refer to the images as part of your assessment of the condition. Additional Information Style: Kōdaiji Maki-e Motifs: Paulownia leaves in gold and chrysanthemum crests in red and gold on a black lacquer ground Accessories: Tomobako (original wooden storage box) NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.