Cuir Nabeshima Round Jewelry Box
Description
The Cuir Nabeshima Round Jewelry Box is a study in unexpected contrasts: porcelain that looks and feels like leather. Cuir, meaning "leather" in French, is Hataman Touen's signature technique, characterized by a surface texture and luster that closely recalls the grain of fine leather skin, achieved through five years of development and a firing process repeated five to seven times. Hand-painted in the deep indigo and white palette of traditional Imari Nabeshima ware, this compact box carries the 370-year legacy of one of Japan's most revered porcelain traditions.
Details
- Material: Porcelain
- Dimensions: Ø 2.6” × 2.8” H (Ø 65 × 70mm)
Country of Origin: Japan
Care
- Not microwave safe.
- Not dishwasher safe. Hand wash only with neutral detergent and a soft sponge or cloth to preserve overglaze colors and decorative finishes. Avoid abrasive scrubbers, scouring pads, and cleansers, which can scratch the surface.
- Do not use on direct heat such as in an oven or on a gas stove.
- Avoid hitting against other hard surfaces as porcelain may be vulnerable to chipping or breaking.
- For stubborn stains such as tea stains or hot water scale, use kitchen bleach according to instructions. Do not use bleach on gold, silver, or platinum decorated pieces, as it may cause discoloration.
Shipping & Delivery
Ships within 2–3 business days if in stock. Backordered HATAMAN TOUEN items may take 4-6 weeks. Vases and decorative objects may require additional time. Please contact us at for any inquiries.
Choose options
Cuir Nabeshima Round Jewelry Box
We're here to help. For questions about bulk orders, sizes, finishes, custom gifts, or anything else, please submit an inquiry.Shop Hataman Touen
More Home Decor & Accessories
About Hataman Touen
Founded in 1926 in Okawachiyama, a secluded kiln village in Saga Prefecture, Japan, Hataman Touen carries forward the 370-year legacy of Imari Nabeshima ware. Once known as "The Village of the Secret Kilns," Okawachiyama was the exclusive seat of porcelain production for Japan's feudal lords, the shogunate, and the Imperial Court.
Now in its fifth generation under Shuuji Hataishi, the studio works across a range of expressions: Texture, a minimalist line that elevates food presentation through unique surface techniques; Moist, a matte celadon that is cool and smooth to the touch; and Cuir, whose porcelain surface closely mimics the grain and luster of leather.
Hataman Touen has also collaborated with Nike, New Balance, and MAISON Paris, extending the vocabulary of Nabeshima ware into contemporary design.