{"product_id":"kotobuki-rin-natsume-nakamura-soin","title":"Japanese natsume Kotobuki-rin 寿輪棗 Nakamura Sōin","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"122\" data-start=\"106\"\u003eThis natsume was created by lacquer artist Nakamura Sōin (中村宗尹), based on a design by Hōunsai (鵬雲斎), the 15th grand master of the Urasenke school of tea ceremony. The piece comes with its original tomobako and a biography of the maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"445\" data-start=\"425\"\u003eForm and Technique\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"447\"\u003eIt is a \u003cem data-end=\"478\" data-start=\"463\"\u003ejurin natsume\u003c\/em\u003e (寿輪棗), where “jurin” refers to the motif of concentric rings as a symbol of harmony and continuity. The surface features fine, even grooves (\u003cem data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"654\"\u003esensuji\u003c\/em\u003e), which run around the form and create a subtle, textile-like effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"935\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eThe decoration is executed in the \u003cem data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"770\"\u003echinkin\u003c\/em\u003e technique: engraved lines filled with red lacquer. These lines form a refined pattern that moves across the textured background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"947\" data-start=\"937\"\u003eMotif\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1325\" data-start=\"949\"\u003eAgainst a deep black lacquer background, a stylized \u003cem data-end=\"1024\" data-start=\"1010\"\u003ekotobuki-rin\u003c\/em\u003e motif is applied in vivid red: concentric rings that converge in an elegant center. Around this, branches with small blossom buds are depicted, which can be interpreted as stylized \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePrunus mume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003cem data-end=\"1248\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003eume\u003c\/em\u003e), a classic symbol of renewal and elegance within the tea ceremony. The interior of the natsume is finished in warm gold (\u003cem data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1399\"\u003ekin-nuri\u003c\/em\u003e), creating a beautiful contrast with the dark exterior and red decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e寿 (kotobuki)\u003c\/strong\u003e means happiness, longevity, and prosperity, one of the most cherished wishes in Japanese culture. The ring shape refers to infinity and continuity. This motif makes the natsume ideally suited for festive occasions and the New Year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eAccording to Hōunsai's preference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e鵬雲斎好\u003c\/strong\u003e means that this piece was made according to Hōunsai's design and taste. It is a \u003cstrong\u003e写 (sha)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a skillfully executed interpretation of a design authorized by the grand master. In the world of tea ceremony, this is a recognized and esteemed category: the master determines the design, and the master lacquerer executes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eObject details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMaker: Nakamura Sōin (中村宗尹)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDesign: According to Hōunsai's preference (鵬雲斎好)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTitle: Kotobuki-rin natsume (寿輪棗)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTechnique: Chinkin on black urushi lacquer, gold interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDiameter: approx. 8.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHeight: approx. 6.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCondition: Very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAccessories: Original tomobako with Nakamura Sōin's signature and seal, biography of the maker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-2 -mb-1 text-base font-bold\"\u003eNakamura Sōin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNakamura Sōin comes from a tradition of lacquer artists in Northern Japan (Hokuriku), where his father trained him in traditional techniques. He further refined his craftsmanship with \u003cstrong\u003eToyoshima Bunjūshi\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the students of the famous tea master \u003cstrong\u003eFuruichi Tanshō\u003c\/strong\u003e. He then studied for twenty years with master \u003cstrong\u003eIkeda Tōshō\u003c\/strong\u003e, after which he fully dedicated himself to the production of tea utensils. The accompanying handwritten letter offers a personal insight into his life's work and his love for nature as a source of inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53778328715610,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/m60683834812_2.jpg?v=1773178681","url":"https:\/\/www.vananke.com\/products\/kotobuki-rin-natsume-nakamura-soin","provider":"vananke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}