{"product_id":"shiro-urushi-natsume-hashizume-an-matcha-theebus","title":"Matcha shiro-urushi natsume 橋爪庵 Hashizume-an","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"424\" data-start=\"17\"\u003eThis refined natsume (tea caddy for matcha) originates from Yamanaka Onsen, Kaga (Ishikawa) and is signed on the original wooden box (\u003cem data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"154\"\u003etomobako\u003c\/em\u003e) as 「橋爪庵 造」 (\u003cem data-end=\"206\" data-start=\"179\"\u003emade by Hashizume-an\u003c\/em\u003e), with the corresponding red studio seal (\u003cem data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"250\"\u003ehanko\u003c\/em\u003e) containing the character 庵. The shape is classic \u003cem data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"311\"\u003enakatsume\u003c\/em\u003e, with a medium-height, rounded silhouette that is suitable for use in the Japanese tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"442\" data-start=\"426\" data-section-id=\"1lz480z\"\u003eThe Motif\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"926\" data-start=\"443\"\u003eThe natsume is crafted from white urushi (\u003cem data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eshiro-urushi\u003c\/em\u003e), featuring a soft, warm luster and a subtly even surface that emphasizes the calm, refined appearance of the lacquer. The surface is decorated with golden and silver fan motifs (\u003cem data-end=\"675\" data-start=\"660\"\u003esenmen maki-e\u003c\/em\u003e, 扇面蒔絵), incorporating seasonal flowers: plum blossom, orchid, pine, and chrysanthemum. The combination of fan and floral motifs creates a rhythmic and seasonal imagery, where each element forms part of a continuous decorative whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"928\" data-section-id=\"1yayslj\"\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"944\"\u003eThe four depicted plants represent the seasons and their corresponding virtues within Japanese aesthetics. Plum blossom (\u003cem data-end=\"1080\" data-start=\"1075\"\u003eume\u003c\/em\u003e) symbolizes resilience and new beginnings, orchid (\u003cem data-end=\"1139\" data-start=\"1134\"\u003eran\u003c\/em\u003e) represents refined elegance, chrysanthemum (\u003cem data-end=\"1183\" data-start=\"1177\"\u003ekiku\u003c\/em\u003e) embodies nobility and longevity, and pine (\u003cem data-end=\"1233\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003ematsu\u003c\/em\u003e) signifies steadfastness and immortality. Together, they form a harmonious cycle of nature, aligning with the serene and contemplative atmosphere of the tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"23\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"hu14v2\"\u003eShiro-urushi (白漆)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"476\" data-start=\"25\"\u003eWhite urushi (\u003cem data-end=\"51\" data-start=\"37\"\u003eshiro-urushi\u003c\/em\u003e, 白漆) is a rare and technically demanding variant of traditional Japanese lacquer (\u003cem data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"136\"\u003eurushi\u003c\/em\u003e), where the natural dark resin is blended and pigmented to achieve a light, often ivory to cream-white appearance. Unlike deep black or reddish-brown standard lacquers, shiro-urushi is sensitive to composition, drying conditions, and oxidation, making it particularly difficult to process stably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"800\" data-start=\"478\"\u003eHistorically, shiro-urushi was primarily used in decorative and ceremonial objects where a light, refined appearance was desired, often in combination with \u003cem data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"638\"\u003emaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e or other gold and silver accents. The contrast between the light surface and metallic decoration creates a subtle, almost ethereal visual effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3169\" data-start=\"2756\"\u003eObject details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Hashizume-an (橋爪庵 造)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTitle: Senmen Ichimen (洗面一面)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTechnique: maki-e (扇面蒔絵)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: wood, urushi lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"auto\"\u003eDiameter: ≈ 6.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003eHeight\u003c\/span\u003e: ≈ 6.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent, undamaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Yamanaka Onsen, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDating: ca. 1980–2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: original tomobako (共箱) and cloth (共布)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTomobako and authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is signed on its original wooden box (\u003cem data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"997\"\u003etomobako\u003c\/em\u003e) as 「橋爪庵 造」 (\u003cem data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eHashizume-an saku\u003c\/em\u003e, \"made by Hashizume-an\") and features a red studio seal (\u003cem data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003ehanko\u003c\/em\u003e) with the character 庵 (\u003cem data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003ean\u003c\/em\u003e). The signature is associated with the Hashizume lacquerware family from Kuroe, Kainan (Wakayama), a historic center of Japanese urushi production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hashizume workshop has been active for multiple generations in traditional lacquer techniques, including \u003cem data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003emaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e, producing both functional and ceremonial objects within Japanese tea culture. In this context, the name \"Hashizume-an\" is used as a studio or artist name within the family's production practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2188\" data-end=\"2210\"\u003eSignature and maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe signature 橋爪庵 is the formal gagō (雅号 — artist name) of a master within the Hashizume family. With high probability, it refers to Hashizume Yasuo (橋爪靖雄, born 1935), a recognized lacquer artist who was active for over six decades, received multiple national awards, including an honor from the Japanese Ministry of Culture, and holds the title of \u003cem\u003ePrefectural Master Craftsman of Wakayama\u003c\/em\u003e. His specialty includes precisely this type of maki-e tea ceremony objects. An alternative attribution to his father Hashizume Yoshio (橋爪義雄), whose work was acquired by the imperial court, cannot be entirely ruled out due to the lack of a public archive.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thee van Anke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52609839628634,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/2799\/7530\/files\/Waaier11_e4a2e4d3-1f56-4880-8c59-715c7fa6fbbe.jpg?v=1763931509","url":"https:\/\/www.vananke.com\/products\/shiro-urushi-natsume-hashizume-an-matcha-theebus","provider":"vananke","version":"1.0","type":"link"}