Tada Keikan - Natsume - Wood, lacquer

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Large Japanese Natsume tea caddy by Tada Keikan, made of wood with black and gold lacquer maki-e depicting Yatsuhashi Bridge and irises, origin Japan, 1970–1980, 7.2 cm square, 53 g, in good condition with minor signs of age, with its original signed tomobako box.

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Beautiful Japanese lacquer large Natsume (tea caddy) by Tada Keikan, accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).

This elegant large Natsume features a traditional maki-e design depicting Yatsuhashi Bridge and blooming irises (Kakitsubata), rendered in gold lacquer on a deep black background. The refined decoration reflects the beauty and craftsmanship of the Japanese tea ceremony tradition.

Details

- Artist: Tada Keikan

- Type: Large Natsume (Tea Caddy)

- Material: Wood, lacquer

- Origin: Japan

- Estimated period: 1970–1980

Dimensions

- Height: 7.2 cm

- Width: 7.2 cm

- Depth: 7.2 cm

- Weight: 53 g

Condition

The item is in good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use. It comes with its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako). Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

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Beautiful Japanese lacquer large Natsume (tea caddy) by Tada Keikan, accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).

This elegant large Natsume features a traditional maki-e design depicting Yatsuhashi Bridge and blooming irises (Kakitsubata), rendered in gold lacquer on a deep black background. The refined decoration reflects the beauty and craftsmanship of the Japanese tea ceremony tradition.

Details

- Artist: Tada Keikan

- Type: Large Natsume (Tea Caddy)

- Material: Wood, lacquer

- Origin: Japan

- Estimated period: 1970–1980

Dimensions

- Height: 7.2 cm

- Width: 7.2 cm

- Depth: 7.2 cm

- Weight: 53 g

Condition

The item is in good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use. It comes with its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako). Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

Packaging & Shipping

The item will be carefully packed with prote

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
53 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
lacquer, Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Tada Keikan
Style
Antique
Colour
Black, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7.2 cm
Width
7.2 cm
Depth
7.2 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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