Floral Carving Japanese Tea Set
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Finished in shidei (purple clay) hue with a calm, understated sheen, this Banko ware teapot and two teacups set comes from a historic pottery region neighboring Tokoname, long regarded as one of Japan’s centers for fine tea ware.
Each piece is thrown on the potter’s wheel and finished with precise, balanced lines. The surface is decorated using a traditional technique called biri: as the wheel turns, the potter carves the clay with a small plane, creating fine, rhythmic grooves that catch the light. Delicate floral motifs are added by hand, gently framing the carved pattern rather than overwhelming it.
The teapot lid fits the body with remarkable accuracy, tracing the outline of the floral form—an alignment that speaks to a craftsperson who has devoted years specifically to making teapots. It features a built-in ceramic strainer that gently draws out the tea leaves’ aroma and umami for a smooth, well-rounded cup. This is not just a tea set, but a vessel where clay, technique, and history come together to accompany quiet moments of tea.
The set is presented in a high-quality wooden box, finished with hand-brushed calligraphy on the lid. The overall impression is composed and refined, making it a piece that feels at home in a thoughtful interior. It is a set to enjoy yourself, and just as fitting as a considered gift for someone special.
DES DÉTAILS
| Quantity | 1 teapot and 2 cups |
| Size |
[Teapot] D 10.0 cm (3.9 in) x W 15.0 cm (5.9 in) x H 9.0 cm (3.5 in) [Teacup] D 6.8 cm (2.7 in) x H 7.5 cm (3.0 in) |
| Capacity |
[Teapot] 200 ml (6.8 fl oz) [Teacup] 100 ml (3.4 fl oz) |
| Weight |
[Teapot] 230 g (8.1 oz) [Teacup] 80 g (2.8 oz) |
| Material | Stoneware |
| Package Type | Wooden box |
| Microwave | No |
| Dishwasher | No |
Fabricant / Marque
Tachi Masaki is a master of traditional craft, specializing in Banko ware kyusu teapots. In his early twenties, he received the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry prize and was hailed as a “prodigy” in ceramics. Since then, he has preserved the traditions of Banko ware while creating works attuned to contemporary sensibilities.
His Banko ware teapots are made from iron-rich red clay that turns deep blue-black in a reduction firing, then re-oxidizes into the shidei (purple clay) hue. His work is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Yokkaichi for its superb craftsmanship.
Artisanat
La céramique Yokkaichi Banko, plus communément appelée céramique Banko, trouve son origine dans la fabrication de céramiques allant de la vaisselle de tous les jours aux vases à fleurs. Aujourd'hui, elle est surtout connue pour ses donabeLes donabe, ou pots en argile japonais, sont appréciés pour leur durabilité et leur excellente conservation de la chaleur. Environ 80 % des donabe produits au Japon sont en argile Banko, ce qui en fait un ustensile indispensable pour la cuisine familiale.
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Ensembles de thé japonais
Au Japon, les théières et les tasses à thé en céramique se déclinent en une grande variété de formes, fabriquées dans différentes régions à partir de matériaux divers et selon des styles variés. Cette diversité témoigne de la richesse de la culture du thé au Japon et du caractère unique des feuilles de thé locales cultivées à travers le pays.
Notre collection propose des services à thé en céramique soigneusement sélectionnés, où théières et tasses s'harmonisent à la perfection. Idéaux au quotidien comme pour les grandes occasions, ces services raffinés, souvent présentés dans d'élégants coffrets, constituent des cadeaux intemporels, empreints de chaleur et d'affection.
