Item Description This is a Japanese lacquerware natsume (tea caddy) decorated with a striking maki-e design. The cylindrical black lacquer body is adorned with gold and silver bamboo stalks and leaves, rendered in fine maki-e technique with sprinkled gold powder (nashiji-style ground) creating a subtle shimmering effect. The lid features a circular arrangement of overlapping bamboo leaves in varying tones of gold, with a single silver leaf accent at the center, adding depth and contrast to the composition. The piece has a snug-fitting lid that slides smoothly into the body, typical of well-crafted traditional natsume containers used in Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu) settings, though this example may equally serve as a decorative box or small storage container. The lacquer surface displays a glossy, well-preserved finish overall, with the gold maki-e work remaining crisp and clearly defined. Size Height: 6.8 cm Width: 6.8 cm Depth: 6.8 cm Weight 66 g Condition The piece is in good overall condition, with the lacquer surface and gold maki-e decoration well preserved. Only visual inspection has been performed; no signs of major damage are apparent. Additional Information Material: Lacquered wood (urushi) with gold and silver maki-e decoration Origin: Japan Design motif: Bamboo (take) and bamboo leaves NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.