Okamoto Yosai - Natsume - Wood, lacquer
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Description from the seller
Beautiful Japanese lacquer Natsume (tea caddy) by Okamoto Yosai, accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).
This elegant Natsume features a traditional maki-e design depicting cranes flying among pine branches, rendered in gold lacquer on a deep black background. In Japanese culture, cranes and pine trees symbolize longevity, prosperity, and good fortune, making this a refined example of traditional tea ceremony craftsmanship.
Details
- Artist: Okamoto Yosai
- Type: Natsume (Tea Caddy)
- Material: Wood, lacquer
- Origin: Japan
- Estimated period: 1970–1980
Dimensions
- Height: 7.0 cm
- Width: 6.5 cm
- Depth: 6.5 cm
- Weight: 52 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 Natsume (tea caddy) by Okamoto Yosai, accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).
This elegant Natsume features a traditional maki-e design depicting cranes flying among pine branches, rendered in gold lacquer on a deep black background. In Japanese culture, cranes and pine trees symbolize longevity, prosperity, and good fortune, making this a refined example of traditional tea ceremony craftsmanship.
Details
- Artist: Okamoto Yosai
- Type: Natsume (Tea Caddy)
- Material: Wood, lacquer
- Origin: Japan
- Estimated period: 1970–1980
Dimensions
- Height: 7.0 cm
- Width: 6.5 cm
- Depth: 6.5 cm
- Weight: 52 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 pro
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
52 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
lacquer, Wood
Designer/artist/maker
Okamoto Yosai
Style
Antique
Colour
Black, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
7 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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