High-Quality Tsugaru-nuri Eggplant-Shaped Tea Caddy Ornament Interior This is Tsugaru-nuri, a traditional lacquerware technique. It has a unique design modeled after an eggplant. Tsugaru-nuri is a traditional lacquerware that has been passed down for over 300 years in the Tsugaru region, centered around Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture. It is characterized by applying dozens of layers of lacquer to a wooden base, such as Tsugaru hiba cypress, and then polishing it to create a gorgeous and durable pattern. Various variations of painting (Kawarunuri): By layering lacquer and polishing it after drying, various expressions are possible, such as a speckled pattern (Kara-nuri), a small patterned ring pattern (Nanako-nuri), and a matte, subdued pattern (Monsha-nuri). Durability and Beauty: By applying thick layers of lacquer and polishing, it is very durable and practical, and has a graceful appearance. Long process: It requires over 50 processes and several months, and requires the high skills of craftsmen. The exterior is in a clean condition with no noticeable scratches or stains. The inside of the tea caddy appears clean, but please consider it as a used item due to long-term storage by an amateur. Purchase price: 13,000 yen □Size: (Width W 9 x Depth D 9 x Height H 13) cm □Weight: Approximately 95 g □Shipping cost borne by the seller: 390 yen ※Please be sure to check the profile to prevent trouble. For items with shipping included, we may change the shipping method. Please understand. 【☆We have many other items for sale, please check them out】 Vintage Showa Retro Object Ornament Interior Art Antiques Collectibles Art Crafts Antiques Interior Home Accessories Art Folk Crafts Good Fortune Treasure Auspiciousness Health Longevity Prosperity Happiness Celebration Good Luck Avoiding Calamities Lucky Charm