{"product_id":"color-lacquer-natsume-by-kanamori-haruji-japanese-tea-caddy-makie-art-japan","title":"Color Lacquer Natsume by Kanamori Haruji – Japanese Tea Caddy – Makie Art – Japan","description":"Exquisite **Color Lacquer Natsume** by master **Kanamori Haruji**. This **Japanese Tea Caddy** features **Polychrome Makie Art** and represents the **Best of Urushi Craft**. A perfect **Ceremony Utensil** for **Tea Room Decor**, stored in a **Signed Tomobako**. Ideal as a **Luxury Japanese Gift** for **Lacquerware Collectors**.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA masterwork Natsume (tea caddy) by the celebrated lacquer artist Kanamori Haruji. This piece is distinguished by its use of 'Iro-urushi' (colored lacquer) to create a multi-dimensional artistic narrative on the surface of the vessel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Basic Details**\u003cbr\u003e- **Artist**: Kanamori Haruji (Renowned lacquer master)\u003cbr\u003e- **Technique**: Colored lacquer (Iro-urushi) with gold\/silver Makie sprinkle\u003cbr\u003e- **Era**: Late 20th Century (Heisei Era)\u003cbr\u003e- **Origin**: Japan (typically Kanazawa or Yamanaka tradition)\u003cbr\u003e- **Dimensions**: approx. Height 8.2 cm, Diameter 7.7 cm\u003cbr\u003e- **Box**: Original Signed Wooden Box (Tomobako)\u003cbr\u003e- **Condition**: Immaculate condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Cultural \u0026amp; Artistic Insight**\u003cbr\u003eColored lacquer is a technically demanding technique that allows for a more painterly expression compared to standard gold-on-black Makie. Haruji's work often captures the vibrant spirit of the seasons, bridging the gap between functional craft and fine art.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Deep-Dive Commentary**\u003cbr\u003e**Artistry**: The precision of the floral\/geometric patterns and the subtle blending of the colored lacquers show Haruji's supreme control over the medium. The depth of the 'Tame-nuri' or 'Kuro-urushi' base acts as a dark sky for the colored stars of the design.\u003cbr\u003e**Feel**: The surface is exceptionally smooth, a testament to the dozens of layers of natural lacquer applied and hand-polished. The friction of the lid is perfectly 'creamy,' ensuring a moisture-tight seal for the matcha.\u003cbr\u003e**Usage**: As a large Natsume, it holds a presence in the room. It is a favored choice for gatherings where the host wishes to present a more contemporary and sophisticated aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*A garden of light, blooming in the heart of the shadow.*","brand":"The Modern Zen Archive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61566198645106,"sku":"260123_a_1724","price":1218.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5680\/3698\/files\/m76358464322_1.jpg?v=1770107883","url":"https:\/\/checkout.themodernzenarchive.com\/products\/color-lacquer-natsume-by-kanamori-haruji-japanese-tea-caddy-makie-art-japan","provider":"The Modern Zen Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}