Two Japanese Tea Ceremony Utensils: Black-Glazed Wheat Pattern Tea Bowl (茶碗) & Black Lacquer Plum Blossom Tea Caddy (茶棗) 1. Eikō Kiln Black-Glazed Wheat Ear Tea Bowl (茶碗) Kiln / Maker: Kyo-yaki (京焼), 英香 — Impressed kiln mark Technique: Ceramic, black glaze, gold coloured decoration Accessory: Silk storage pouch (仕覆) Dimensions: H 8 cm (3.1 in) × Rim 12 cm (4.7 in) × Foot 4.5 cm (1.8 in) Weight: 236.8 g (excluding pouch) Period: Mid Shōwa to early Heisei period, circa 1970–1990s A fine Japanese tea ceremony tea bowl. The bowl is covered with deep black glaze. The exterior is decorated with ripe wheat ears outlined in gold, accented with green, red and indigo details. Delicate linework presents a refined and elegant aesthetic. It features a full, rounded shape with an unglazed foot. The side of the base bears the impressed mark of 英香. Accompanied by a traditional woven silk pouch, designed to protect tea ware from impact and dust, reflecting the aesthetic of traditional Japanese tea culture. The pouch shows minor signs of use. With natural ageing over the years, the glaze shows faint wear from gentle use. There are no cracks, glaze loss or other damage, and the overall condition is good. 2. Nakamura Sotetsu Black Lacquer Plum Blossom Tea Caddy (茶棗) Maker: Nakamura Sotetsu (中村宗哲), one of the Senke Jissoku (千家十職) Technique: Wood body, natural lacquer, gold maki-e decoration (蒔絵) Accessory: Original wooden storage box (桐箱，without lid) Dimensions: H 4.8 cm (1.9 in) × Maximum diameter 6.5 cm (2.6 in) Weight: 62.2 g Storage box size: H 3.9 cm (1.5 in) × Maximum diameter 5.3 cm (2.1 in) Period: Shōwa to Heisei period, circa 1950–1970s This traditional tea caddy was crafted by renowned lacquer artisan Nakamura Sotetsu, a master of the Senke Jissoku craft lineage. Designed in a classic rounded form with polished black lacquer over wood. The lid is finely decorated with hand-painted plum blossom motifs in gold maki-e. The inner lid bears a red lacquer signature. The original wooden box is inscribed with “Nurishi Sotetsu” (塗師 宗哲) and sealed, ensuring complete provenance and authenticity. Supplied with original wooden box (lid missing). Due to natural ageing, the lacquer surface shows slight oxidation and light wear. No prominent scratches, cracks or damage, overall condition remains good. Shipping Notice Due to service adjustments, Taiwan Post EMS will suspend parcel delivery to the following countries starting March 10, 2026: United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel, Pakistan, Maldives, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Oman, Kuwait, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Egypt, Morocco. Bidders from the above regions are kindly asked to refrain from placing bids. Note: Delivery to Italy takes approximately 6–7 days. Customs or the courier may contact you for customs clearance. Kindly reply promptly, as delays may result in the package being returned. Contacting them directly can help speed up the process: dogane.malpensa.urp@agenziadogane.it Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. - The picture is part of the description. The color of the item may be slightly different from the picture (due to camera and screen settings). - The successful bidder will be responsible for any customs duties and taxes (if applicable). - This item will be mailed by the postal service of Taiwan in the form of airmail with insurance attached.