Natsume (tea box) in Japanese urushi lacquer and maki-e, Akikusa (autumn herbs) and Tsugi (moon) pattern

€530
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Exceptional natsume handcrafted using traditional techniques of beautiful black urushi lacquer applied in several layers on a light turned wooden container and a pattern of Akikusa (autumn herbs) and Tsugi (moon) applied by hand with the maki-e technique (powder and gold leaf). This natsume was made by the craftsman Ippiyosai the 6th (real name Eichiro san, 1908-2001).

It is a unique example. This natsume dates from the Shōwa era (1926-1989). It is accompanied by its small traditional protective box (tomobako) made of paulownia wood on which the name of the craftsman is written and its braided cord sanadahimo
Natsume (棗) are the small boxes with little variation in shape and size (which are codified), and which are made of Japanese urushi lacquer, housing the matcha tea powder during the traditional Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu and sadō). They are beautiful objects that can be used for tea or superb decorative pieces to collect and position individually or grouped on a pretty tray or in a display case. Modern productions are more often made of resin rather than lacquer, and of moulded wood powder or plastic. We only offer authentic traditional natsume made of genuine Japanese urushi lacquer and manufactured according to the rules of the art. These objects are rare and precious, and are bound to increase in value.

PLACE OF MANUFACTURE JAPAN
DIMENSIONS

Diameter 7cm - Height 7cm.

WEIGHT Natsume alone: 60gr; natsume + box: 178gr
TECHNICAL DATA Urushi lacquer, maki-e (paint and gold powder), hand painted decoration

The traditional Japanese lacquer, urushi, is made from the sap of the lacquer tree (Rhus Verniciflua), which flows out after incision of the bark. It is a very precious material, a tree will only give a maximum of 200ml of sap in its life, which is worked by craftsmen each specialized in a particular stage. It takes many slow and meticulous operations to give life to lacquered objects. It is the oldest craft in Japan! Initially used to protect and waterproof objects, this immutable craft has become an art of extreme sophistication. If you want to know more about the art of Japanese lacquerware, you can read our dedicated article.

This object keeps in memory the hand of the craftsman who designed it with patience. It will accompany your daily life, bringing its delicate and refined beauty, while contributing to the preservation of unique craftsmanship.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS Clean with a very soft cloth to avoid scratches, soaked with a little warm water if necessary (never soak your lacquered objects). No microwave, dishwasher, dryer. Do not expose to direct sunlight for a long time (risk of discoloration). If the atmosphere is very dry and very hot, and to avoid the risk of cracking, you can place a glass filled with water next to your lacquered object.

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