Natsume 棗 (tea caddy) - Lacquer - Takeda Issei (contemporary) - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
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A Japanese lacquer Natsume tea caddy attributed to contemporary Takeda Issei, Shōwa period (1926–1989), with iridescent raden inlay depicting a weeping willow on a black lacquer ground, Yakumo’nuri leaves and branches, dimensions height 7.4 cm and diameter 7.5 cm, complete with original signed and sealed tomobako, in very good original condition, with a certificate of authenticity provided upon shipment.
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A lovely lacquer tea caddy 棗 (natsume) attributed to Takeda Issei (contemporary) decorated with an intricate design of a weeping willow 柳 (yanagi).
Executed with refined inlay of iridescent blue and pink mother-of-pearl 螺鈿 (raden) combined with a very special lacquer technique known as Yakumo’nuri 八雲塗 for the leaves and branches, set against a glossy black lacquer ground 蝋色漆 (rôiro’urushi). The interior and recessed base are finished in the same lustrous black lacquer.
Yakumo-nuri 八雲塗 is a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique from Matsue, known for its use of semi-transparent lacquer layers to create a "floating" effect
Complete with original signed and sealed tomobako 供箱 (storage box). Signed 'Made by Takeda Issei' 武田一勢作.
Dimension:
Height 7.4 cm, Diameter 7.5 cm.
Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926-1989)
In a very good original condition. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
Please note: Due to the holidays, shipping and handling times may be longer. Thank you for your understanding.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA lovely lacquer tea caddy 棗 (natsume) attributed to Takeda Issei (contemporary) decorated with an intricate design of a weeping willow 柳 (yanagi).
Executed with refined inlay of iridescent blue and pink mother-of-pearl 螺鈿 (raden) combined with a very special lacquer technique known as Yakumo’nuri 八雲塗 for the leaves and branches, set against a glossy black lacquer ground 蝋色漆 (rôiro’urushi). The interior and recessed base are finished in the same lustrous black lacquer.
Yakumo-nuri 八雲塗 is a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique from Matsue, known for its use of semi-transparent lacquer layers to create a "floating" effect
Complete with original signed and sealed tomobako 供箱 (storage box). Signed 'Made by Takeda Issei' 武田一勢作.
Dimension:
Height 7.4 cm, Diameter 7.5 cm.
Period: Japan – Shôwa period (1926-1989)
In a very good original condition. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
Please note: Due to the holidays, shipping and handling times may be longer. Thank you for your understanding.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
No. of items
1
Artist
Takeda Issei (contemporary)
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Lacquer
Height
7.5 cm
Width
7.4 cm
Title of artwork
Natsume 棗 (tea caddy)
Depth
7.4 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
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