Japanese Lacquer Tea Canister with Golden Wheat Design Meiji box but I have just learned

but I have just learned it is a mid- to late-19th century water jug from San Luis Potosi

with very light spotting to the surface of the lacquer visible under bright light

5ʺ at widest diameter × 6ʺ tall

but I think he or she was a pretty terrific weaver

designed by Nils Thorsson

Japanese Lacquer Tea Canister with Golden Wheat Design Meiji box but I have just learnedThis black, high gloss Japanese Natsume or tea caddy is not an antique, but it is simply a lovely vessel for storing tea, or really any manner of other little things. It features an interior lid as well, making it a great airtight container for all kinds of herbs and spices. And with its pretty gold toned wheat design in relief, it looks great on the counter or anywhere! 3 inches diameter x 3. 25 inches tall. Excellent condition.