Vintage Japanese Set of 4 Bamboo Futaoki Lid Rests for Tea Ceramony Giclee Daruma represents a deep cultural

Daruma represents a deep cultural value: the power of persistence in the face of hardship

This is a 140 year old antique Japanese suzuribako from the Meiji Era c

No structural instability observed

This chawan measures 5" wide at its widest by 3" tall

Surviving examples in this condition are valued for their honest wear

Vintage Japanese Set of 4 Bamboo Futaoki Lid Rests for Tea Ceramony Giclee Daruma represents a deep culturalSet of four bamboo futaoki (), traditional lid rests used in the Japanese tea ceremony, accompanied by a simple wooden storage box. Each piece is cut from natural bamboo, with subtle variation in form, node placement, and proportion. These quiet differences reflect the natural material and allow for thoughtful selection in use. Futaoki are used to support the kettle lid or ladle during temae, serving an understated but essential role in the utensil