This is a stunning, brand-new unused Japanese Kodaiji Makie Hira Natsume matcha tea caddy by lacquer artist Shoun. Adorned with Gosan-kiri paulownia and chrysanthemum mon, revered symbols closely associated with the Japanese Imperial household. Handcrafted wood base with jet-black polished lacquer, enriched with masterful flat gold makie and nashiji pear-skin gold dust work. It comes with its original hand-inscribed kiribari tomobako wooden storage box and silk pouch, in immaculate untouched condition. Kodaiji makie represents the pinnacle of Japanese lacquer art, this elegant ceremonial tea ware is a supreme treasure for tea ceremony collectors and lovers of fine Japanese antique craft.