Large Antique Urushi Chaire 茶入れ Tea Storage Box, late Edo period, Japan.

Authentic Chaire (茶入れ), wooden lacquered storage box for dried tea from the late Edo period.

Dimensions: height 24 cm, diameter 32 cm.

Storage chest: 39 cm x 38 cm x 38 cm.

This storage box was used to keep dried tea or tea leaves fresh. The wooden box is elegantly designed and traditionally finished with black/red urushi lacquer. The original storage chest features a hand-painted family crest and calligraphy.

This tea box will be an authentic decorative accent in any interior, exuding a serene Japanese atmosphere. Due to its age, there are imperfections, as shown in the photos. However, these do not detract from its decorative use.