【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This listing offers a refined two-piece tea ceremony set from the Showa period, consisting of a Wajima lacquer natsume with plum and arabesque motifs, and a taikai-shaped ceramic tea caddy accompanied by its silk brocade pouch. The natsume features a black lacquer surface decorated with gold and red plum blossoms intertwined with flowing arabesque vines. Plum blossoms symbolise perseverance and renewal, blooming even in late winter, while the arabesque pattern conveys wishes for longevity and unbroken prosperity. These motifs have long been cherished in Japanese tea aesthetics for their auspicious meanings. Wajima lacquerware is known for its exceptional durability and elegance. Each piece is crafted through approximately 23 stages and more than 124 individual processes, building up a firm base layer and multiple coats of lacquer. The delicate lines and fine detailing on this piece reflect meticulous craftsmanship and the refined beauty characteristic of traditional Wajima work. The accompanying tea caddy is in the taikai (“large sea”) form, identifiable by its wide mouth and gently flattened body. Its dark, glossy glaze is enriched by a flowing, milky-blue cascade of glaze down the shoulder, creating a striking contrast reminiscent of falling water. This piece comes with a beautifully woven silk brocade pouch, enhancing its traditional appeal. There is light wear from age, including a few spots and minor yellowing on the lid of the tea caddy, but the set remains in good used condition. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions of Natsume: approx. H 7 cm W 6.7 cm D 6.7 cm Dimensions of Taikai: approx. H 4.4 cm W 8.8 cm D 8.8 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!