A black lacquer natsume bearing gold maki-e iris in full bloom. Fujinami's brushwork renders each petal with controlled fluidity — the gold sitting quiet against deep black, punctuated by mother-of-pearl (raden) accents that catch light like dew on morning leaves. The interior opens to reveal a gold-finished chamber.
The iris carries weight in Japanese culture: a symbol of purification and seasonal passage, intimately tied to the fifth month and the rhythm of chanoyu. Fujinami honors this lineage without sentimentality — each stroke placed with the confidence of someone who has internalized the tradition.
Accompanied by the artist's signed tomobako (wooden storage box).
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Dimensions: Height: approx. 7.4 cm Diameter: approx. 7.4 cm
Condition: Excellent — no notable wear or damage.
SKU: 260307_a_2349
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