Chrysanthemum and Bush Clover Teacup
This magnificent porcelain teacup, adorned with subtle paintings of chrysanthemums and bush clover, radiates serene elegance. A delightful touch awaits with every sip, thanks to the charming inner painting that whispers of nature's gentle beauty.
Crafted to perfection, the cup’s robust body is a testament to durability, ensuring it stands the test of time. Striking a balance between lavishness and simplicity, it epitomizes refined elegance.
It displays an exquisite gradation, painted carefully by skilled craftspeople using brushes soaked in cobalt pigment, allowing the dye to flow naturally onto the porcelain. The dye "sinks" into the clay creating a gentle and soft shade of blue. The outlines are drawn swiftly with precision and care using soft and fine brushes along the contours of the flowers and leaves.
Perfect for your daily brew or a refreshing beverage, elevate your drinking experience with a touch of timeless sophistication.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 9.7 cm (3.8 in) x H 7.5 cm (3.0 in) |
| Capacity | 220 ml (7.4 fl oz) |
| Material | Porcelain |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | Yes |
Maker / Brand
A historically presitigious kiln which used to serve the lordship of Hirado Domain in the Edo Period (1600 CE-1867 CE). Kakusho Kiln has passed on the traditional art of Blue and White for more than 300 years.
The light-weight and elegant porcelain smooth to the touch. The soft and gentle shade of blue kind to the eye.
Origin
Mikawachi ware, also known as Hirado ware, is a pottery made in Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. Known for its translucent white porcelain, it was highly popular in Europe during the trend toward Japanese crafts in the West in the 20th century. Mikawachi ware is remarkable for its delicate modeling techniques that push the limits of porcelain, such as openwork and relief carving, and for its beautiful painting that looks like a single piece of art.
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Sometsuke
Sometsuke, a decorative Japanese pottery technique, is also known as Blue and White. It is cherished worldwide for its cobalt blue and white contrast. The visually appealing design, combined with a fine, smooth finish and lightweight feel, enhances the user experience. This makes it especially valued not only as tableware but also as an art piece.
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Kakusho Kiln Chrysanthemum and Bush Clover Mikawachi Ware Cup
This is a very special cup... the pictures on website are good, and do justice to the fine artwork, but from those images it appears that the sides of the cup are a smooth vertical curve - and they are smooth, but you don't quite see the gentle undulations formed by subtle rings in the porcelain that go around the cup, that help your fingers find their way to comfortably hold it as you drink... Another thing not mentioned in the description is just how truely lovely the feel of this smooth and delicate porcelain is on the inside lip as you take a drink and then again as you draw the cup from your lips. If I had to sum up the cup in one word, I would say "delightful" If you buy this cup I strongly recommend you use it for high quality tea, for that is truely what it has been made for... and what it deserves...
Gorgeous mug!
I’ve had nothing but a lovely experience using this cup thus far. It’s actually quite large, even larger than I expected, so it can almost double as a small yogurt bowl or even small soup bowl! I particularly like it for sipping on bone broth. Beautiful design. Soft gentle blue color in real-life (photographs more like indigo color). Easy to hold and the rim is so smooth. Thanks, Musubi, for making Mikawachi ware more readily accessible.
MUSUBI KILN
Thank you so much for your wonderful comment! We are very proud of our craftsmen's skills by your appreciation. We are looking forward to your next visit.
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Full compensation for any accidental damage that may occur during transit.
Made by Japanese craftsmen
Fair prices plus free furoshiki wrapping with every order.
