【Excellent Condition】Tea Ceremony Utensil - Komagoma Lacquerware Large Natsume - Tantansai Style - Geki Saku - Lacquerware - Urasenke - Lucky Charm

■ Product Description
[Koma-nuri Large Natsume, Tantansai-goshi-utsushi, Geki-saku]

* Type: Large Natsume (tea caddy)
* Design: Koma-nuri (spinning top lacquerware)
* Artist: Ishizu Geki
* Accessories: Presentation box
* Size: Diameter approx. 7.0 cm x Height approx. 7.5 cm

■ Product Features
This is a highly auspicious Koma-nuri large natsume, embodying the wish for things to go smoothly and harmoniously.
Faithfully reproducing the preferences of the 14th Grand Master of Urasenke, Tantansai Soshō, this piece features vibrant overlapping layers of colored lacquer in vermilion, yellow, green, and white, adding a burst of color to the tea ceremony.

While the colors appear lively at first glance, the traditional color scheme imbues it with a dignity suitable for a wide range of occasions, from formal tea ceremonies to casual practice sessions. The interior is finished in a subdued black lacquer, which further enhances the vibrant green of the matcha.

■ Artist Biography: Ishizu Geki
A master craftsman renowned for his traditional utsushi (replication) techniques in lacquerware, including Yamanaka-nuri (Ishikawa Prefecture).
High Practicality: He continues to create works that value the weight and texture that fit comfortably in the hands of tea practitioners, from practice use to formal tea gatherings.

■ Condition
Near Mint condition with almost no signs of use.
* Body: No scratches, chips, or fading; the lacquer's luster is excellent.
* Interior: No stains or signs of use; in very clean condition.
* Presentation Box: Minor scuffs from storage, but no significant damage.
*Please note that the tea scoop shown in the photos is for illustrative or size comparison purposes only and is not included in the product.

[Order (Auspicious Colors)]
The spinning top symbolizes standing and spinning and harmony, making it an essential item for the first tea ceremony of the year (Hatsugama), Setsubun, and other celebratory tea occasions.
Simply having this large natsume will fill the tea preparation area with a bright and festive atmosphere. Especially for the upcoming season, how about using it for a bowl of tea to welcome guests with a cheerful heart?

■ Packaging and Shipping
As this is a precious item, it will be carefully and securely packaged with bubble wrap and other protective materials to prevent breakage during shipping.
Recycled materials may be used for packaging to consider environmental issues.

[Regarding Your Purchase]
We will be listing many other tea ceremony utensils.
Bulk purchases and follows are most welcome! Please feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions.

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