Jihei Murase Japanese, b. 1957
Negoro Stripe Tea Caddy, 2019
Lacquer
H3 1/2 x W2 1/2 x L2 1/2 in,
H8 4/5 x W6 x L6 cm
H8 4/5 x W6 x L6 cm
C19957
The cylindrical form of this lacquered tea caddy is hand-carved with delicate stripes revealing the undercoat of black lacquer hidden underneath. The top and bottom fit perfectly as the suction of gravity gentle pull to meet in the middle.