A Hagi Tea Bowl by Watanabe Jōzan
A delightful Hagi tea bowl from the Jōzan Kiln in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Very representative of the genre with its milky glaze and ido-shape. This piece is a ste
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An Exceptional Hagi Tea Bowl with Orchid Glaze
Found in a small antique shop in central Kyoto, this piece immediately caught my eye and I knew I had to buy it. With no original box and a potting mark that co
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A Black Raku “Jidai” Chawan
We have a particular interest in beautiful old Raku tea bowls and spend quite a bit of time searching for exceptional examples to include in our gallery. Here w
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A Rare Hira Tea Bowl with Gold Repairs by Raku XII (Kônyû)
A rare and exquisite piece by the 12th Kichizaemon (1857-1932) of the Raku lineage, now in its 16th generation. Not only with excellent documentation including
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An Exceptional Black Tea Bowl by Raku X (Tannyû) (1795-1854)
Born the second son of Ryônyû, the 10th Raku Kichizaemon Tannyû took over the family kiln in 1811 at the age of 16 and served until his retirement and subsequen
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A Koetsu Tribute Bowl by Ōhi IX (1901-1986)
The craftsman who fashioned this piece, the 9th Ohi Chozaimon (1901-1986), is the most widely recognized and most accomplished of the now 11 generations of Ohi
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A Porcelain Kyo-ware Tea Bowl by Eiraku Zengoro XIV (1852-1927)
A very interesting ceremonial tea bowl produced by one of the oldest generational potting families in Kyoto. In excellent condition with one fine gold repair al
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An “Imogashira” Mizusashi by Raku IX (Ryônyû) [1756 - 1834]
Raku-ware carries with it a very naturalistic aura; with its implements made of raw clay, its use of fire water and air to shape and harden these implements, an
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A Mizusashi by Tsuboshima Dohei
A truly unique work of Shino pottery developed among the company of some of Japan’s most respected and influential potters of the last century. Defying conventi
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A “Rose Oribe” Masterpiece by Suzuki Goro
One of the finest, most daring, and well-crafted works I have seen by this legendary artist who is known for his non-conformist and bold style. Suzuki Goro has
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A White Shino Masterpiece by Hayashi Shotaro (b. 1947)
A stunning work of Shino-ware by veteran potter Hayashi Shotaro—winner of numerous awards for his bold and innovative style and widely recognized as one of the
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An Antique Celadon Tea Container with Pewter Cap
Most likely Chinese in origin, this antique celadon tea caddy is a mesmerizing piece of art that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted during a time when
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A unique Hagi mizusashi by Zenzo Hatano
An excellent example of Japanese minimalist aesthetic that transcends its humble origins, this mizusashi, or fresh water pot used in tea ceremony, displays a cl
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A Beautiful Antique Koryo Vessel with Inlay and Kintsugi
The gray-blue celadon displays finely crackled glazing with areas slightly darkened by time. A faint pattern made of white inlay can be seen along the upper rim
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A Master Work by Contemporary Artist Kakurezaki Ryuichi
An awe-inspiring masterpiece, this tea bowl by Kakurezaki showcases his unparalleled skill and artistic vision. Crafted with meticulous precision, the bowl seam
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A Red “Ame” Glazed Mizusashi by 11th Generation Ōhi Chozaemon
When the founder of the Urasenke style of tea ceremony, Sen-So Soshitsu (1622 -1697) was invited to Kanazawa as the master of tea ceremony for the powerful Kaga
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A Bizen Mizusashi for Tea Ceremony by Veteran Potter Mori Tōgaku
A veteran of Bizen pottery, Mori Tōgaku has been perfecting his style for close to seven decades now with most of his important work having been done in the las
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Tsukigata Nahiko Mizusashi w/ Silk Pouch
This extraordinary mizusashi is a fine example of Oni Shino (carbon trap and natural ash glazing) that Tsukigata is so well-known for. Coining the term in the m
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An antique cha-ire with unique glazing
This extraordinary cha-ire (powdered tea container) displays an excellent glaze that appears to have only grown more intricate and rich with time. Contrasting a
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The Perfect Symbolic Wedding Anniversary Present — Raku Seinyu (XIII)
This tea bowl crafted by one of the great masters of Japanese pottery depicts Meota Iwa—a famous Japanese landmark in Mie. Symbolizing the union between two div
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A Hagi Mizusashi by Tahara Tobei XII (Urasenke Tea Master Item)
Heavily influenced by Koryo potting styles and techniques, the Tobei lineage has been crafting exceptional tea-ware implements for 13 generations. The piece sho
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A Chojiro Tribute Piece by Sasaki Shoraku
Closely resembling a historically important tea bowl made by one of the forebears of the art of tea and Raku pottery, Chojiro, this piece gives one a sense of t
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A Porcelain Kyūsu by Imperial Court Artist Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914)
Simple, elegant, and functional, this Meiji period kyūsu (teapot) was crafted with precision and care by one of the periods most accomplished ceramicists. Showc
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A Chashaku by Tea Master Tantan-sai (Poetic Name: Kamigaki)
Here we have a very unique ceremonial tea implement made by one of the most important figures from Japanese tea culture in the past century. While most tea scoo
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An Iron Chagama Crafted by Living National Treasure Takahashi Keiten
Chagama are traditional Japanese iron kettles used in tea ceremony (chanoyu) for boiling water. Their design tends to reflect the aesthetic principles of wabi-s
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An Antique Cast-Iron Tea Kettle (Tetsubin)
Beautifully encapsulating the Japanese aesthetic of wabi sabi, this cast iron tea kettle has an elegance that far outshines more ornate versions of this ceremon
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A Bamboo Kakehana Vase by Kuroda Shogen (Tea Master Item)
Flower arranging is one of the great arts that Japan has managed to take to ever greater heights of refinement over its long history. Here we have a classic exa
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A “Karamono” Woven Bamboo Basket (Tea Master Item)
In Japan, woven baskets such as this are often referred to as “karamono” (Chinese style) to denote their stylistic origins tending towards symmetrical proportio
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A Master Work by Murase Jihei III (b. 1957)
Carved from the trunk of a 400 year old zelcova tree, this lovely mizusashi for tea ceremony perfectly encapsulates the traditional craftsmanship surrounding Ja
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An Antique “Chabako” for Carrying Tea Ceremony Utensils
Meticulously crafted from carefully woven strips of bamboo, this traditional “chabako” would typically contain all of the basic utensils for conducting tea cere
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A Red Lacquer Mizusashi by First Generation Murase Jihei (1897-1985)
A testament to the brilliance of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, this lacquered mizusashi—skillfully handcrafted from bamboo—showcases a deep crimson hue th
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