Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddy Pair by Nakamura Soetsu Tomobako

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View Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddy Pair by Nakamura Soetsu Tomobako with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. With tomobako: includes the original signed wooden storage box and cloth. Original signed wooden storage box / tomobako. Small red blossoms and dew-like highlights create a calm seasonal mood, well suited to autumn tea gatherings. ```html Pair of Japanese Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddies by Nakamura Soetsu .container { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; max-width: 800px; margin: auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 18px; background-color: #f7fbfa; color: #444; line-height: 1.65; } .header { background-color: #005a4e; color: white; padding: 14px; text-align: center; font-size: 24px; border-radius: 5px; margin-bottom: 18px; } .lead { font-size: 17px; color: #333; background-color: #ffffff; border-left: 5px solid #005a4e; padding: 14px; margin-bottom: 22px; } .section { margin-bottom: 22px; } .section-title { font-size: 20px; color: #eb6101; margin-bottom: 10px; border-bottom: 2px solid #005a4e; font-weight: bold; } .text-content { font-size: 16px; color: #555; } .highlight-box { background-color: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #d8e6e3; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0; border-radius: 5px; } .accent-color { color: #eb6101; } ul { padding-left: 22px; } Japanese Lacquer Natsume Tea Caddy Pair A beautifully matched pair of Japanese lacquer natsume tea caddies by Nakamura Sōetsu , designed around the seasonal themes of spring and autumn . With refined gold maki-e decoration and subtle raden inlay, this pair offers both practical tea ceremony use and quiet collector appeal. Highlights Matched seasonal pair: one natsume for spring, one for autumn. By Nakamura Sōetsu: a Japanese lacquer artist from Ishikawa Prefecture known for refined urushi work. Maki-e and raden: elegant gold decoration with subtle mother-of-pearl accents. With tomobako: includes the original signed wooden storage box and cloth. Description This is a pair of Japanese natsume , traditional lacquer containers used for holding powdered matcha in the tea ceremony, especially for usucha or thin tea. The two pieces form a seasonal pair: one decorated for spring and the other for autumn. In Japanese tea ceremony, utensils are selected to harmonize with the season, the gathering, and the atmosphere of the moment. Owning both spring and autumn designs allows the host or collector to enjoy two of the most important seasonal themes in Japanese aesthetics. Nakamura Sōetsu was a lacquer artist from Ishikawa Prefecture who devoted his career to traditional urushi techniques. His work is appreciated for its careful finish, restrained elegance, and suitability for tea utensils. Spring Design The spring natsume is decorated with traditional seasonal plants such as bracken , horsetail , dandelion , and violet , rendered in fine gold maki-e. A delicately inlaid butterfly in mother-of-pearl adds a quiet accent that changes subtly with the light. Autumn Design The autumn natsume features pampas grass , bush clover , and wild chrysanthemums . Small red blossoms and dew-like highlights create a calm seasonal mood, well suited to autumn tea gatherings. Aesthetic Character Rather than bold decoration, these natsume express the quiet elegance often valued in Japanese tea ceremony utensils. The details reveal themselves gradually as light moves across the lacquer surface, making the pair suitable for both use and display. Condition There are no noticeable scratches or damage. Please note that this is a pre-owned vintage item , and minor signs of age may be present. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. Included Items Pair of natsume tea caddies Original signed wooden storage box / tomobako Original cloth / tomonuno Shipping Ships from Japan with tracking. The shipping method and delivery time may vary depending on the destination. Customs Duties For buyers in the United States, this item is shipped on a DDP basis , and applicable customs duties are handled by the seller. For buyers outside the United States, import duties, taxes, and customs charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ``` Condition: The lacquer surface is in excellent condition, carefully preserved with no noticeable damage or wear.. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › Japan › Tea Caddies.

Primary Material

Lacquer

TIme Period

Showa

Signed

Yes

Color

Black

Theme

Tea Ceremony

Region of Origin

Japan

Country of Origin

Japan

Age

Post-1940

Handmade

Yes