Blue Ko-Kutani Bird and Branch Guinomi Sake Cup

The illustrious ko-Kutani style is showcased in this guinomi sake cup, meticulously crafted to elevate your moments of sake enjoyment. The ko-Kutani style is heralded for its enchanting geometric patterns and realistic portrayals, and holds a prestigious position in the realm of Japanese porcelain artistry. 

This ko-Kutani style sake cup uses the ao-te method of painting, where vivaciously colored pigments adorn the cup with a variety of colors, leaving virtually no canvas untouched, all bound by bold, black contour lines that assert each captivating design.

This sake cup is a tapestry of myriad designs. One side features a single bird, perched in tranquil solitude while the opposite reveals a pair of vibrant birds, cozily nestled on a branch. The remaining surface unfolds a unique arabesque pattern upon a gentle yellow glaze. Inside, the rim spirals with delicate circular patterns, guiding your gaze towards a solitary gourd at the bottom, while the foot of the cup is adorned with distinct square patterns. Every angle of this cup offers a new aesthetic delight.

Treasure this sake cup to heighten the joy of sake indulgence. Complement this piece with two additional designs from the same series, and bring the traditional, vibrant colors of ko-Kutani to your table.

Presented in a crafted wooden box, it stands as a wonderful gift for sake connoisseurs and lovers of traditional crafts and interior décor.

Quentin Ware

La céramique de Kutani est une poterie produite dans la région de Kaga, dans la préfecture d'Ishikawa, dont l'histoire remonte à plus de 350 ans. Elle se caractérise par l'éclat intense des cinq couleurs : bleu marine, rouge, violet, vert et jaune. qui s'appliquent aux lignes audacieuses et audacieuses. Sa longue histoire s'est développée grâce aux efforts inlassables et à l'enthousiasme de personnes qui ont recherché l'innovation tout en préservant la tradition.