Hataman Touen Moist Orchid Cactus Imari Nabeshima Ware Cup

This cup, with its rounded design and smooth, flowing lines, features a stunning orchid cactus. This beautiful piece is from the Moist series by Hataman Touen of Imari Nabeshima Ware. 

The layered pure white petals of the epiphyllum are exquisitely displayed on the cup, with intricate detailing of the stamens. Both the petals and stamens are rendered three-dimensional as if a real orchid cactus is unfolding on the side of the cup, capturing its fleeting beauty. The cup masterfully captures the elusive charm of this flower, which is admired only under the cloak of night.

This cup is not only aesthetically pleasing but also very lightweight and highly practical, making it perfect for drinking various types of alcohol or enjoying shincha "newly-picked tea."

The graceful matte celadon texture conveys tenderness the moment you touch it. The moist and gentle surface finish is the unique technology of the kiln. 

The traditional technique of Nabeshima ware is characterized by a pale blue color reminiscent of the morning of the Okawachiyama in a light mist. Hataman Touen has taken on the challenge of creating a new expression of celadon porcelain, and has created a matte-textured Moist series with a sandblasted finish. The moist texture is very smooth to the touch, and the fresh green gradation gives a cool and refreshing feeling.

Nabeshima celadon is a rare green-colored glaze produced from high-quality celadon ore mined in the Okawachiyama using a secret formula never before used outside of the area. This contrast creates a wide range of gradations in the ware and accentuates the sense of depth, which is one of the traditional techniques of Nabeshima ware.

Hataman Touen is a company that aims to "create a new Nabeshima" along with passing on the history and traditional craft of Imari Nabeshima ware, which has continued for 370 years. Based on the belief that "traditional crafts can only be inherited if they are closely connected to daily life," the company offers tableware that enriches the spirit and sensibility in accordance with modern lifestyles.

PRODUCT DETAIL

• Dimension: D 8 cm (3.1 in) x H 8.5 cm (3.3 in)
• Capacity: 250 ml (8.5 oz)
  
• Material: Porcelain 
• Origin: Made in Japan - Imari Nabeshima Ware
• Brand: Hataman Touen