{"product_id":"natsume-sasa-kiri-miyata-munekage-echizen-urushi","title":"Natsume Sasa Kiri 笹桐 Miyata Munekage","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Sasa Kiri natsume (徳風棗) was created by contemporary Echizen lacquer artist Miyata Munekage (宮田宗景). Miyata studied under Issei Minowa (箕輪一星) and works within the traditional Echizen urushi practice, focusing on craftsmanship and tea ceremony use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis chū natsume is executed in deep glossy black tame-nuri urushi and decorated with refined maki-e in gold, red, and green. The lid features a lavish paulownia flower in red-orange and gold, surrounded by trailing stems and leaves. On the side, bamboo leaves and the paulownia flower are depicted in gold and green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yayslj\" data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe bamboo leaf symbolizes purity and resilience. It bends with wind and rain without breaking, and is therefore seen as a sign of inner strength and steadfastness. The paulownia is a tree that has traditionally been associated with the imperial court and was used in family crests for centuries. The motif depicts dignity, protection, and continuity. According to tradition, the mythical phoenix nests exclusively in the paulownia, which gives it additional meaning as a symbol of harmony and prosperity. Together, these two motifs form a balanced and meaningful whole that seamlessly aligns with the understated beauty and contemplative nature of the Japanese tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2756\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003eObject Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eTitle: \u003cspan\u003eSasa Kiri 笹桐\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eMaker\u003cspan\u003e : Miyata Munekage 宮田宗景\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003ePeriod :\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShowa \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(ca. 1975–1990)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eTechnique\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUrushi lacquer with hiramaki-e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eDimensions\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eapprox. Ø 6.5 cm × H 6.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eMaterial\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWood core with natural urushi lacquer\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eIncludes: Original tomobako with signature\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition: \u003cspan\u003eVery good condition. Urushi surface and maki-e are clear and intact, with only minimal traces consistent with careful use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-0e89d0d4-7fff-f5d2-7df0-75381c823f81\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eOrigin\u003cspan\u003e Japan, Echizen (越前), Fukui Prefecture, Kawada (河和田), Sabae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomobako and Authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2210\" data-start=\"2188\"\u003eThe natsume comes in an original wooden tomobako with handwritten calligraphy, stating the technique, type, and artist's name. The presence of this storage box in Japan is a sign of authenticity and significantly increases the value of the piece. A silk storage cloth is also included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2210\" data-start=\"2188\"\u003eSignature and Maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis natsume was made by Miyata Munekage 宮田宗景, a Japanese lacquer artist from the Echizen region in Fukui Prefecture. His workshop is located in Sabae, in the Kawada district, the historical center of the Echizen urushi tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eMiyata Munekage (宮田宗景) began his training in Shōwa 45 (1970) under Yōrin Issei (養輪一星) and started working independently from Shōwa 50 (1975). Such details are traditionally included with chadōgu and contribute to the context and appreciation of the object. In catalogs and trade texts, awards and selections are also regularly mentioned, such as the Shitsugei Kyōkai prize, selections or prizes at the Nichigei-ten, and participation in the Echizen Maki-e Mihon-ichi. These mentions confirm his position within the Japanese lacquer tradition and his reputation as a maker of carefully executed, functional, and aesthetically balanced tea ceremony objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAs a Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis natsume is a perfect gift \u003c\/strong\u003efor completing studies, receiving a diploma, or obtaining a certification. An object that marks the transition and invites one to continue with peace and concentration. The sasa-kiri motif reinforces this meaning: the bamboo leaf reminds us of flexibility and inner strength, the paulownia represents dignity and bearing responsibility. Together, they depict a new beginning, with attention to what has been learned and confidence in what is to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53437625270618,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/Miyata1_1024_2377efa1-de33-4aba-9bf5-601c683c1786.jpg?v=1769455007","url":"https:\/\/www.vananke.com\/products\/natsume-sasa-kiri-miyata-munekage-echizen-urushi-en","provider":"vananke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}