Description： This refined Japanese lacquer incense container (kōgō) is the work of Nakamura Sōetsu, decorated with an elegant wisteria (fuji) maki-e design. The rounded form is finished in deep black urushi lacquer, providing a lustrous surface that enhances the delicacy of the gold maki-e vines and leaves. Cascading wisteria blossoms, rendered in soft muted tones, drape naturally across the lid and body, creating a sense of gentle movement and seasonal grace. Wisteria, long associated with elegance, longevity, and classical court culture, is a favored motif in tea and incense utensils. The composition demonstrates refined brushwork, balanced spacing, and a restrained use of gold, hallmarks of high-quality maki-e craftsmanship. The piece is accompanied by its original wooden tomobako, inscribed with the artist’s name and the subject, confirming authenticity. Suitable for incense appreciation, tea gatherings, or display, this kōgō represents the quiet sophistication of mid-20th-century Japanese lacquer art. NOTICE

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