A work on the theme of Hiraizumi of the Oshu Fujiwara clan, who boasted immense prosperity.
A Morning-Glory Flat BowlA supreme flat tea bowl, in which the traditional morning-glory (
asagao) form — a standard at the tea gathering — is finished in artistic colour.
A Matt Finish, Like LacquerwareUsing a matt technique, it is finished in a refined
wabi-sabi colour, as though it were lacquerware. The two-colour kiln transformation of black and gold comes out wonderfully, with something sacred about it, and the charm of the piece is a texture one will not tire of, however often it is used at the tea gathering.
A Landscape at Your LipsGaze at it daily, and the deep spirituality of the present Shinemon comes through. When you drink tea and your lips touch the rim, that landscape of nature resounds in the heart. Pour in green tea and its brilliance increases, and its charm with it — a masterwork among the finest of the present generation.
Contents and DimensionsMatcha bowl × 1, paulownia box, artist booklet.
Mouth diameter: 15.1cm, Height: 5.8 / Foot diameter: 3.9cm
As each piece is handmade, slight variations in size may occur.