A captivating Japanese tea ceremony natsume (tea caddy) in the Kōdai-ji maki-e tradition, where jet-black urushi becomes a night sky for luminous gold.  On the lid, a refined chrysanthemum crest blooms in soft gold with warm vermilion accents—like sunset light caught on lacquer. Around the body, autumn leaves drift in elegant gold maki-e, creating a poetic seasonal story: kiku (nobility) and momiji (transience), perfectly suited to chanoyu. This piece is signed by Gyohō (魚蒲) and comes with its original tomobako (wooden storage box), making it a wonderful collector’s lot and a tasteful display piece for a tea room. 【Size】 approx. Height: 5 cm Width: 8.5 cm 【Important Shipping Notice】 Due to the situation in the Middle East, shipping delays or returns may occur for certain countries and regions. If a parcel is returned after dispatch, we regret that we will be unable to resend it, as no alternative shipping method is currently available. In that case, the order will be cancelled and a refund will be issued. Please bid or purchase only if you understand and accept these conditions. 【Shipping】 This item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance to ensure it arrives safely. It takes about 3～4 weeks to receive normally. 【Notice】 Please note that customs fees, taxes, and any charges are the responsibility of the buyer. We appreciate your understanding. Occasionally, customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you for customs clearance via phone or email. Kindly ensure you are available to respond. Failure to do so may result in the parcel being returned to me, incurring additional shipping fees for reshipment. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. 【Additional Information】 If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact us. 192