Tea caddy/ box - Wood, Lacquer - Hibiscus zu Chunatsume

07
days
14
hours
20
minutes
17
seconds
Starting bid
€ 1
No reserve price
Giovanni Bottero
Expert
Selected by Giovanni Bottero

Holds a master’s in Japanese art history with over 10 years’ expertise in Asian art.

Estimate  € 180 - € 220
No bids placed

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 132849 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Hibiscus zu Chunatsume is a Japanese lacquerware tea caddy in wood with the Tsuikin decoration, 7 × 7 × 7 cm, weight 55 g, dating from 1970–1980, in good condition and supplied with a Paulownia wood box.

AI-assisted summary

Description from the seller

Hibiscus zu Chunatsume ハイビスカス図 中棗(はいびすかすず ちゅうなつめ)

This tea caddy features the "Tsuikin" decoration technique unique to Ryukyu lacquerware. In this method, a mixture of lacquer and pigment called "Tsuikin-mochi" is kneaded, thinly stretched, cut into specific shapes, and applied to the surface, creating a three-dimensional texture. Hibiscus flowers, symbols of Okinawa, are depicted on a black or red background.

Artist Profile:
None.

Accessories:
Paulownia wood box.

Dimensions & Weight:
Height: 7 cm
Width: 7 cm
Depth: 7 cm
Weight: 55 g

Technique & Condition:
Technique: Lacquerware (Tsuikin)
Material: Wood, Lacquer
Condition: Good condition.

Shipping:
We will ship by EMS or DHL.
Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Due to carrier requirements, larger packaging may be used when necessary.

Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.

For bidders in Italy: codice fiscale required.
For bidders in Portugal: NIF required.
For bidders in Spain: NIF required.

Seller's Story

In the 30th year as a Japanese art dealer, sharing the aesthetics and spirit of Japanese art.

Hibiscus zu Chunatsume ハイビスカス図 中棗(はいびすかすず ちゅうなつめ)

This tea caddy features the "Tsuikin" decoration technique unique to Ryukyu lacquerware. In this method, a mixture of lacquer and pigment called "Tsuikin-mochi" is kneaded, thinly stretched, cut into specific shapes, and applied to the surface, creating a three-dimensional texture. Hibiscus flowers, symbols of Okinawa, are depicted on a black or red background.

Artist Profile:
None.

Accessories:
Paulownia wood box.

Dimensions & Weight:
Height: 7 cm
Width: 7 cm
Depth: 7 cm
Weight: 55 g

Technique & Condition:
Technique: Lacquerware (Tsuikin)
Material: Wood, Lacquer
Condition: Good condition.

Shipping:
We will ship by EMS or DHL.
Items are securely packed to ensure safe international delivery. Due to carrier requirements, larger packaging may be used when necessary.

Import duties, VAT, and customs handling fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer.

For bidders in Italy: codice fiscale required.
For bidders in Portugal: NIF required.
For bidders in Spain: NIF required.

Seller's Story

In the 30th year as a Japanese art dealer, sharing the aesthetics and spirit of Japanese art.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Hibiscus zu Chunatsume
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Lacquer, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
JapanVerified
284
Objects sold
100%
protop

Similar objects

For you in

Japanese Art