Natsume - A stunning maki-e chrysanthemums lacquer o-natsume tea box

A delightful tea caddy with a maki-e decoration on a gold and black background with numerous contrasting gold chrysanthemums.

The interior is in nashiji lacquer, as is the base.

Complete with tomobako.

Japanese lacquerware (漆器, shikki) represents one of Japan’s most celebrated artistic traditions. These works combine durability and brilliance with intricate decorative techniques such as maki-e and nashiji.

---The O-natsume is in very good condition. Please refer to the pictures for further details.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL or FedEx, accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
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