Vintage Natsume Tea Caddy, Chaki, Chaire, Solid Wood Tea Caddy, Ichii, Nakatsugi, Mokujikido, Tsuchiya Kagaku, Unused,
This Natsume tea caddy was made from Ichii (Japanese Yew) by tea utensil woodworker Tsuchiya Kagaku of Mokujikido in Gifu Prefecture.
Ichii Itto Bori is a woodcarving technique from the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture. The wood is carved from Japanese Yew using chisels, without coloring, so that the natural grain remains visible.
The name Ichii is traditionally explained in two ways. One explanation links it to the first court rank, since Japanese Yew was used for scepters associated with the highest rank. Another theory links the older name “Ichihi” to the tree’s deep reddish color.
It comes with its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box).
Measurement
Diameter: 6.8cm / Approx. 2 43/64”
Opening Diameter: 5.9cm / Approx. 2 21/64”
Height: 7cm / Approx. 2 3/4″
Weight: 44g
Age: – 1990s
Material: Solid Wood (Ichii)
Finishing: Hand Polishing
Shape: Nakatsugi
Color: Dark Brown, Mahogany, Cafe Au Lait
Artist Name: Tsuchiya Kagaku (Mokujikido company)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Protective cloth
* No breaks, chips, or blemishes from use.
* Scraper marks from handwork are visible on the wood.
* Wood sap is visible on the surface.
* As this is handmade, the finish is not completely uniform like that of a machine-made item.
* Discoloration on the wooden box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* The lid is slightly warped. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
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