Tada Keikan (多田桂寛) - Tea caddy/ box - Lacquer

# Tada Keikan – Autumn Grasses Maki-e Large Natsume Tea Caddy, with Original Wooden Box – Japanese Tea Ceremony

A refined Japanese **large natsume (tea caddy)** created by lacquer artist **Tada Keikan (多田桂寛)**, featuring an elegant **Autumn Grasses (Akikusa / 秋草) maki-e** design.

The surface is beautifully decorated using the traditional Japanese **maki-e (蒔絵)** lacquer technique. The autumn grasses motif is a classic seasonal theme in Japanese art, expressing the quiet beauty and elegance of autumn.

The graceful botanical decoration complements the rounded form of the natsume, creating a sophisticated piece that reflects the refined aesthetics of the Japanese tea ceremony.

The piece comes with its **original signed wooden storage box (Tomobako / 共箱)**.

A fine addition to a collection of Japanese lacquerware, maki-e art, or traditional tea ceremony utensils.

### Details
**Artist / Maker:** Tada Keikan (多田桂寛)
**Type:** Large Natsume (大棗) / Tea Caddy
**Design:** Akikusa (秋草 / Autumn Grasses)
**Technique:** Maki-e (蒔絵) lacquer
**Accessories:** Original wooden box (Tomobako)

### Dimensions
* Height: **8.0 cm**
* Width: **7.8 cm**
* Depth: **7.8 cm**

### Condition
Please refer carefully to the photographs for the overall condition, including any signs of age, use, or storage.

As this is a traditional Japanese lacquerware item, minor signs of age and use should be considered part of its character.

### Shipping
**Estimated shipping weight:** approximately **1.0 kg**, including protective packaging.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan via **EMS (Express Mail Service) with tracking**.

**Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and any other charges applicable in the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer.**