The size of Natsume: 2 5/8" Dia x 2 3/4" High. Very unusual Japanese Roiro Natsume, lacquer tea caddy. Natsume was made with wooden body decorated the design of Kiri Mon. Two kiri mon (paulownia crest)design front area and one on the back side. Inside rim as well as inside cover has gold takamakie work with the design of wave and flower design. I never seen this kind work Natsume before. The condition of Natsume excellent, no chip, no crack and no hairline. Very little wear for the age. It came with Kiri wood box as showing. Dating early to late Meiji, 1868-1912. |
