A black lacquer natsume (tea caddy) with a golden Ukimido (floating temple) design and bamboo patterns, perfect for tea ceremony utensils. Ukimido Maki-e Large Natsume by Izutsu Hosai Rising edge, Urageta Maki-e (inside lid design), gold rim Izutsu Hosai - Brief Biography Born November 1953 Born in Minamikaga, Ishikawa Prefecture. After graduating from high school, in 1972 He worked on designs for Yuzen dyeing in Kyoto. In 1974, he entered under Nakamura Soun, mainly drawing natsume for tea utensils. In 1980, he became independent and became a craftsman for famous artists, while also creating works under his own name. - Design: Black with golden bamboo pattern - Material: Lacquerware - Accessories: Wooden box - Usage: Tea ceremony utensils - Shape: Natsume (tea caddy) Dimensions: Approximately 7.5cm x 7.3cm Due to long-term storage, there may be minor stains. Please check the images before purchasing. Thank you for viewing.