Description: Vintage Natsume Tea Caddy, Chaki, Chaire, Solid Wood Tea Caddy, Japanese Pagoda Tree, Enju Tree, Yamane Tadashi, Unused,
This Natsume tea caddy was made from Japanese pagoda tree (Enju) wood by the woodworker Yamane Tadashi.
Yamane Tadashi trained for eight years under his master Myouga Sadazi before becoming independent.
Like his master, he carefully selects, dries, and carves the wood to bring out its natural character and grain.
It comes with its Tomobako (original paulownia box, unsigned) and an artist-provided leaflet.
There are no visible signs of use.
Measurement
Diameter: 7cm / Approx. 2 3/4”
Opening Diameter: 6cm / Approx. 2 23/64”
Height: 7.7cm / Approx. 3 1/32″
Weight: 60g
Age: -2000s
Material: Japanese Pagoda (Enju)
Color: Light Brown, Dark Brown, Vanilla, Cork
Wood Turner Artist: Yamane Tadashi
Finishing: Polished Finishing
Shape: Rikyu
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused)
* Tomobako (original paulownia box, unsigned)
* Protective cloth
* Artist-provided leaflet.
* No breaks, chips, or visible signs of use.
* Handmade tool marks are visible on the wood.
* As a handmade object, the finish is not completely uniform.
* Light discoloration on the artist-provided leaflet. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* Only light discoloration on the wooden box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing.
