[Japanese Ancient Art] Tin half-style tin cup with five guests and wooden body vermilion lacquer saucer

It is said that in the 6th and 7th centuries AD, Prince Shotoku of Japan sent envoys to the Sui Dynasty in China, and they were introduced to Japan by "Sending Sui Envoys". Since then, tinware was only used to make extremely small items such as worshiping gods and Buddha supplies, and sacred wine deli bottles. However, after entering the Edo period (1603-1868), Osaka began to manufacture and sell tinware, which made tinware also penetrated into the general public. family. Namika tinware in Osaka is made by injecting tin liquid into the model and removing it, then adjusting the shape and thickness with a potter's wheel, and then polishing it. In some cases, finishing processes such as joining with other parts, hammering, and painting are also carried out. Most of the current Osaka Namika tinware are manufactured by the same company. While making wine vessels, tea pots and other items to protect traditional techniques, they also make various tinware that fit modern life. This soup pot was made by Namika Tin Ware in Osaka. It is of good quality. It was originally exhibited by an old shop in Japan. It has no traces of use and is in a near-new condition. It is a rare item!