Japanese Quince Wood Natsume Tea Caddy Natural Grain Finish 2.5" Ukiyoe showcasing Yoshitoshi's masterful use of

showcasing Yoshitoshi's masterful use of color and intricate details

It's cherished for its warmth and communal atmosphere

This vase measures 11" wide at the fluted top and 10" tall

This is an original Yoshitoshi woodblock print from 1886

Japanese Quince Wood Natsume Tea Caddy Natural Grain Finish 2.5" Ukiyoe showcasing Yoshitoshi's masterful use ofA refined and understated Japanese tea caddy, or natsume (), turned from a single piece of beautifully figured natural wood, likely karin (, Japanese quince). The craftsman has allowed the material itself to speak its smooth contours, fine grain, and warm reddish brown tones glowing with a quiet depth that exemplifies the essence of simplicity and natural beauty in Japanese tea culture. The natsume takes its name from the jujube fruit, whose rounded