Masaichi - Tea caddy/ box - Wood - Hinode-nami Design
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Wooden natsume tea caddy from Japan, finished in black urushi with a red interior, decorated with a gold and silver hinode-nami hiramaki-e design, signed Masaichi with seal on the tomobako, dimensions 6.8 × 6.8 × 6.8 cm, weight 51 g, comes with its original wooden tomobako box, dating to 1900–2000, in good condition with minor age-related wear.
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Item Description
This is a natsume, a traditional Japanese tea caddy used in the tea ceremony (chanoya) to store powdered matcha. The piece is finished in fine black urushi lacquer, with the interior of the lid rendered in vivid red lacquer as a striking contrast.
The exterior is decorated with a hiramaki-e design depicting a rising sun above rolling waves, executed in gold and silver lacquer with fine linear detailing. The motif, known as hinode-nami (sunrise over waves), is a classical and auspicious design frequently found on fine lacquerware associated with the tea ceremony.
The natsume is accompanied by its original wooden tomobako storage box. The right-hand side of the box bears an inscription reading "日の出波" (Hinode-nami, "Sunrise Waves"), along with the signature "政一" (Masaichi) and an accompanying seal, identifying the maker or the design attribution.
Size
Height: 6.8 cm
Width: 6.8 cm
Depth: 6.8 cm
Weight
51 g
Condition
The lacquer surface is glossy and in good overall condition, with the gold and silver decoration clearly visible; close inspection shows minor age-related wear consistent with a vintage lacquerware piece, including a small hairline crack near the rim area visible in close-up photographs. The piece has been visually inspected only.
Additional Information
Signed "政一" (Masaichi) with accompanying seal on the tomobako box
Box inscription: "日の出波" (Hinode-nami / Sunrise Waves)
Comes with original wooden tomobako storage box
Material: wood with urushi (Japanese lacquer), gold and silver hiramaki-e decoration
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.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Item Description
This is a natsume, a traditional Japanese tea caddy used in the tea ceremony (chanoya) to store powdered matcha. The piece is finished in fine black urushi lacquer, with the interior of the lid rendered in vivid red lacquer as a striking contrast.
The exterior is decorated with a hiramaki-e design depicting a rising sun above rolling waves, executed in gold and silver lacquer with fine linear detailing. The motif, known as hinode-nami (sunrise over waves), is a classical and auspicious design frequently found on fine lacquerware associated with the tea ceremony.
The natsume is accompanied by its original wooden tomobako storage box. The right-hand side of the box bears an inscription reading "日の出波" (Hinode-nami, "Sunrise Waves"), along with the signature "政一" (Masaichi) and an accompanying seal, identifying the maker or the design attribution.
Size
Height: 6.8 cm
Width: 6.8 cm
Depth: 6.8 cm
Weight
51 g
Condition
The lacquer surface is glossy and in good overall condition, with the gold and silver decoration clearly visible; close inspection shows minor age-related wear consistent with a vintage lacquerware piece, including a small hairline crack near the rim area visible in close-up photographs. The piece has been visually inspected only.
Additional Information
Signed "政一" (Masaichi) with accompanying seal on the tomobako box
Box inscription: "日の出波" (Hinode-nami / Sunrise Waves)
Comes with original wooden tomobako storage box
Material: wood with urushi (Japanese lacquer), gold and silver hiramaki-e decoration
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.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Hinode-nami Design
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Masaichi
Style
Vintage
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6.8 cm
Width
6.8 cm
Depth
6.8 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
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