Imagine holding in your hands a tea bowl that took master artisans countless hours to complete, layer upon painstaking layer. This tsuishu (堆朱) cinnabar lacquer tea bowl is no ordinary vessel—it represents one of the most demanding and prestigious techniques in Asian decorative arts, a method that traces its lineage back to China's Song Dynasty imperial workshops. Tsuishu, meaning "piled red," demands extraordinary patience and skill: artisans apply dozens—sometimes hundreds—of thin layers of vermilion lacquer onto a base, allowing each to cure before adding the next. Only after this laborious buildup can the carver's work begin, cutting through those stratified layers to reveal the design in relief. The result? A luminous, three-dimensional surface that seems to glow from within, where light catches the delicate ridges and valleys in constantly shifting patterns. This particular bowl comes with its original fitted wooden box (共箱), a crucial authentication element in Japanese tea culture. Measuring approximately 8.3cm in height and 12.2cm in width, it offers the perfect scale for daily tea practice while remaining a significant collector's piece. The condition is excellent—"no damage" (無傷) noted—with only the expected age patina on the box itself, which paradoxically adds to its provenance rather than detracting from it. What makes tsuishu especially compelling for European collectors is its crossover appeal: while beloved in tea ceremony contexts, these lacquer pieces transcend cultural boundaries. Their sculptural quality and rich colour complement both minimalist Scandinavian interiors and more ornate Continental settings. Place this bowl on a simple oak shelf, and it becomes a focal point; display it alongside other Asian ceramics, and it elevates the entire collection. The technique itself nearly vanished during various historical upheavals. Today, authentic tsuishu pieces from accomplished workshops are increasingly scarce on the international market, as Japanese collectors have awakened to their cultural significance and begun repatriating pieces. This bowl represents a fleeting opportunity to acquire genuine craftsmanship before such works become prohibitively expensive or simply unavailable outside Asia. Shipping & Handling We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer's responsibility. Seller Guarantee We specialise in authentic Japanese lacquerware and guarantee this piece's authenticity. Questions welcome—we reply within 24 hours. 1061