Kataba Nami Mentori Kogo (Tea Caddy) Made by Shimine Arai, a master of Kaga Maki-e, a renowned artisan from Kanazawa With a signed wooden box (Kyobako) Gold maki-e on black lacquer, boldly depicting a cartwheel and waves. Mother-of-pearl is inlaid in the cartwheel, making it even more vibrant. The tea caddy is unused and in beautiful condition with no scratches. However, there is some discoloration on the metal parts (please check the photos). The paulownia wood box has some browning and stains. This item has been stored for a long time. Overall size: Height: 2.0cm (to the top of the lid) Outer diameter: 7.3cm If you understand the above, and if you would like to use it, or if you like it, please consider purchasing it. Kahi-bashihako (Fire tongs box) Type...Tea Ceremony Utensils Decoration...Maki-e (sprinkled picture)