{"product_id":"sakura-lacquer-natsume-by-wakashima-takao-japanese-tea-caddy-silver-ground-japan","title":"Sakura Lacquer Natsume by Wakashima Takao – Japanese Tea Caddy – Silver Ground – Japan","description":"Authentic **Sakura Lacquer Natsume** by master **Wakashima Takao**. This exquisite **Japanese Tea Caddy** featuring **Weeping Cherry Blossom** on a **Silver Ground Lacquer** is a masterpiece of **Kaga Makie Art**. Including its **Signed Tomobako**, it is perfect for **Tea Ceremony Decor** or a **Luxury Sakura Gift** for **Lacquerware Collectors** of **Fine Japanese Art**.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA stunning large Natsume (tea caddy) by the celebrated lacquer artist Wakashima Takao. The contrast between the brilliant silver ground and the delicate white weeping cherry blossoms (Shidare-zakura) creates a scene of ethereal beauty, quintessential to Japanese spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Basic Details**\u003cbr\u003e- **Artist**: Wakashima Takao (Celebrated Kaga-client lacquerware master)\u003cbr\u003e- **Technique**: Silver-ground (Ginji) with Shidare-zakura Makie (sprinkled gold\/silver powder)\u003cbr\u003e- **Era**: Late 20th Century (Heisei Era)\u003cbr\u003e- **Origin**: Ishikawa Prefecture (Kaga region), Japan\u003cbr\u003e- **Dimensions**: approx. Diameter 7.5 cm, Height 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\u003eIn the world of Japanese tea ceremony, the Natsume is a vessel of seasonal storytelling. The silver ground (Ginji) is a difficult and prestigious technique that provides a luminous stage for the 'Makie' blossoms, symbolizing the transient and noble spirit of the samurai culture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Deep-Dive Commentary**\u003cbr\u003e**Artistry**: Wakashima Takao is a master of the Kaga lacquer tradition. The precision of the weeping cherry petals, painted with minute detail, shows a level of craftsmanship found only in high-end ceremonial utensils.\u003cbr\u003e**Symbolism**: The Sakura (Cherry Blossom) represents the beauty of the moment. On this silver canvas, the white blossoms seem to glow, as if captured under moonlight, making it a seasonal favorite for spring tea gatherings.\u003cbr\u003e**Usage**: This large Natsume has a presence that anchors a tea room. Its smooth, cool silver surface is a tactile delight, and the tight fit of the lid demonstrates the supreme quality of the hand-carved wood core.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Spring moonlight caught on a silver breeze, dancing in the palm of your hand.*","brand":"The Modern Zen Archive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61566194975090,"sku":"260123_a_1700","price":1390.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5680\/3698\/files\/m55530187649_1.jpg?v=1770107603","url":"https:\/\/checkout.themodernzenarchive.com\/products\/sakura-lacquer-natsume-by-wakashima-takao-japanese-tea-caddy-silver-ground-japan","provider":"The Modern Zen Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}