Rare Vintage Japanese Tsugaru-nuri Tea Caddy, Wooden Urushi Lacquer Tea Container - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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One-of-a-kind vintage Japanese Tsugaru-nuri tea caddy, solid wood with Urushi lacquer, dating to the Shōwa period, in good condition with its original branded box from a private collection.

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One-of-a-kind vintage Japanese Tsugaru-nuri tea caddy, handcrafted solid wood with traditional pineapple urushi lacquer finish.
Striking mottled red, black and green marbled pattern, meticulously layered natural lacquer work. Interior finished in glossy black lacquer.
Comes with original branded paper box. Unused preserved condition.
Condition: Excellent unused vintage state, no cracks, chips or repairs. All photos show the actual item you receive.
Beautiful Japanese traditional lacquerware for tea ceremony use and oriental art collection.