Gold Maki-e Tea Caddy with Dianthus Design - Gold-plated, Wood, Lacquer - Maehata Shunsai 前端春斎 - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989) Maehata Shunsai 前端春斎 is a renowned lacquerware craftsman, part of a prestigious lineage of Kaga lacquer artists spanning three generations. This tea caddy (natsume) was created by the second-generation Maehata Shunsai. This is a beautiful natsume adorned with luxurious gold maki-e dianthus designs. The gold sections are slightly raised, giving the piece a three-dimensional and opulent feel. The rim of the lid and the interior features "Nashiji 梨地" lacquer, decorations found only in high-end natsume. (Nashiji lacquer : a technique where gold powder is sprinkled onto a flat lacquered surface, covered with a transparent lacquer, and then polished to reveal the gold or silver underneath. It is called Nashiji because its appearance resembles the surface of a pear.) Dimensions : 7.5 × 7 × 7 cm Weight : 71 g Good condition. For its age, this lacquerware is in remarkably good condition. However, due to its aging, there may be some stains or scratches. Please carefully examine the photos before placing your bid. NOITICE The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx, depending on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation. #cherryblossoms