This is a hand-carried black round tobacco tray made by the 13th generation Hirai Ikkan. It has been over 100 years since it was made, so there is some aging, but it is in good condition and has developed a deep flavor. As it is made by a Senke Jisshoku (Ten Masters of the Senke family), you can use it with confidence at important tea ceremonies. The red inscription is on the back *Photo ②, and the accompanying box has the mark "Maru Tabako Bon" (Round Tobacco Tray) on the lid *Photos ③④. The original strings are missing in both places *Photos ⑭⑮. The ash blower in the photo is included as a bonus. *Photos ⑥⑦ With accompanying box. Diameter 19.5cm, Height 20.5cm (including handle), 6.6cm (without handle) ▢13th Generation Hirai Ikkan (1859-1913) Ikkan-bari lacquerer. Senke Jisshoku. Grandson of the 11th generation Ikkan (son of the eldest son), nephew of the 12th generation Ikkan. Common name: Saemon. Art name: Ikkan. Haiku name: Arimizu. Buddhist name: Shakuryokan. He made items preferred by Rokurokusai Sōsa and Seisai Sōsa. He enjoyed haiku and formed the "Yayoi-kai" with Seisai Sōsa, Raku Kōnyū, Raku Seinyū, and the 9th generation Nakamura Sōtetsu. 【References】 Rakkan Kao Daijiten (Dictionary of Seals and Signatures) Tankosha Senke Jisshoku (Ten Masters of the Senke Family) Sekai Bunka Publishing #Why not have your own tea utensils? #Chawan-ya Shokudo #Tea Utensils #Senke Jisshoku #Hirai Ikkan #Tobacco Tray #Tabako Bon #Ikkan-bari #Lacquerer #Urushi Art #Usucha (thin tea) #Koicha (thick tea) #Tea Ceremony #Urushi (lacquer) #Antique Art #Tea Room #Tea Ceremony #Senke Jisshoku #Kyoto #Tea Ceremony #Sen no Rikyu #Omotesenke #Urasenke #Mushakoji Senke #Tea Ceremony #Beauty #Art