Natsume - Lacquer - 憂瓢 Uihyo 棗
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憂瓢 Uihyo Vintage Handcrafted 漆Urushi Lacquer棗 Natsume Tea Caddy with Gold 蒔絵Maki-e Pine Design
Traditional Japanese Craft – Made in Japan
Size
Height: 7 cm×Width: 6.5 cm×Depth: 6.5 cm
This elegant Japanese 棗Natsume tea caddy was created by Uihyo (憂瓢) and is intended for storing matcha powder used in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony (Chanoyu).
The piece is finished in deep black urushi lacquer and decorated with refined gold 蒔絵Maki-e depicting stylized pine needles and flowing arabesque vines. Pine motifs have long been admired in Japanese art as symbols of longevity, strength, and enduring beauty.
Its compact form, lustrous lacquer surface, and delicate hand-applied decoration embody the aesthetics of traditional Japanese tea culture. The accompanying wooden storage box bears the artist’s name and seal.
A beautiful example of Japanese lacquer craftsmanship suitable for tea ceremony collections, Japanese decorative arts collections, or elegant interior display.
Seller's Story
I am a Japanese seller based in Yamaguchi, specializing in traditional Japanese crafts, antiques, and decorative art.
I personally source items from old Japanese warehouses, local antique markets, and private collections.
All items are carefully photographed and described to show their true condition.
I enjoy sharing authentic Japanese culture with collectors around the world.
憂瓢 Uihyo Vintage Handcrafted 漆Urushi Lacquer棗 Natsume Tea Caddy with Gold 蒔絵Maki-e Pine Design
Traditional Japanese Craft – Made in Japan
Size
Height: 7 cm×Width: 6.5 cm×Depth: 6.5 cm
This elegant Japanese 棗Natsume tea caddy was created by Uihyo (憂瓢) and is intended for storing matcha powder used in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony (Chanoyu).
The piece is finished in deep black urushi lacquer and decorated with refined gold 蒔絵Maki-e depicting stylized pine needles and flowing arabesque vines. Pine motifs have long been admired in Japanese art as symbols of longevity, strength, and enduring beauty.
Its compact form, lustrous lacquer surface, and delicate hand-applied decoration embody the aesthetics of traditional Japanese tea culture. The accompanying wooden storage box bears the artist’s name and seal.
A beautiful example of Japanese lacquer craftsmanship suitable for tea ceremony collections, Japanese decorative arts collections, or elegant interior display.
Seller's Story
I am a Japanese seller based in Yamaguchi, specializing in traditional Japanese crafts, antiques, and decorative art.
I personally source items from old Japanese warehouses, local antique markets, and private collections.
All items are carefully photographed and described to show their true condition.
I enjoy sharing authentic Japanese culture with collectors around the world.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
憂瓢 Uihyo 棗
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Lacquer
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980, 1980-1990
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