由紀作 金蒔絵菊花文茶入 此件為日本茶道具「棗」（中次），塗師由紀之作。器身呈圓筒狀，線條俐落簡潔。通體以朱紅漆地為底，滿飾寫實菊花紋，金粉細密堆疊勾勒花瓣脈絡，花蕊朱漆點染，金紅相映，富麗典雅。菊紋自古象徵長壽高潔，是茶道具中經典母題。內裏施金地漆搭配銀粉地，與外部朱紅蒔絵相互呼應，層次分明。器底朱漆嵌銀質底板，書「由紀」款識。原裝桐木共箱完整，箱書題識並鈐印，流傳有序。全器工藝細膩，蒔絵層次堆疊技法精湛，外簡內繁，兼具實用點茶功能與工藝鑑賞價值，為茶道具中之精美佳作。 Yuki-Signed Gold Maki-e Chrysanthemum Motif Tea Caddy (Natsume/Nakatsugi) This is a Japanese tea ceremony utensil — a natsume-style tea caddy, crafted by the lacquer artist Yuki. The body is cylindrical in form, with clean, refined lines. The exterior is finished in vermilion-red lacquer, densely decorated with realistic chrysanthemum motifs rendered in fine gold maki-e, the petal veins built up in layered gold powder, with the flower centers accented in touches of red lacquer — creating a rich, elegant interplay of gold and red. The chrysanthemum, a classic motif in tea ceremony wares, traditionally symbolizes longevity and refined nobility. The interior is finished in gold lacquer with a silver-powder ground, echoing the exterior decoration and adding depth to the piece. The base is lacquered in red with an inset silver disc bearing the signature "Yuki." The piece retains its original paulownia wood box, inscribed and sealed, ensuring clear provenance. With its finely layered maki-e work — restrained on the outside, richly detailed within — this piece holds both practical value as a tea utensil and considerable appeal as a work of fine lacquer craftsmanship. Shipping & Returns Policy Shipping: Item will be carefully packed and shipped after payment is confirmed. Buyer is responsible for shipping costs unless otherwise stated in the listing. Please allow 3 business days for dispatch after cleared payment. Returns: This item is sold as described and shown in the photographs, including any noted condition, wear, or imperfections. As this is a vintage/pre-owned item sold "as is," no returns or refunds will be accepted except in cases where the item significantly differs from its description or arrives damaged in transit (please refer to Catawiki's Buyer Protection terms for such cases). Buyers are encouraged to review all photos and the item description carefully, and to ask questions prior to bidding/purchasing, as all sales are final.