Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Japanese Chestnut Japanese Tea Cup (Yunomi) 染錦栗絵湯呑 - Free shipping
Product Name
Fujii Kinsai Arita Japan - Somenishiki Japanese Chestnut Japanese Tea Cup (Yunomi) 染錦栗絵湯呑
Limited edition piece; includes a bookmark detailing the artist's ceramic career.
Signed by the artist. Comes in a wooden box.
All of our products are all handmade and hand painted by Master Fujii Kinsai,
therefore each individual item are slightly different each other.
Master Fujii's autographed on back side of all work.
Ceramic artist Kinsai Fujii, a bearer of the Arita-yaki tradition, creates vessels designed to harmonize with the user's lifestyle. While he excels in the gorgeous *nishiki-e* (polychrome) styles characteristic of historic Ko-Imari and Iro-Nabeshima wares, he remains grounded in the belief that "everyday tableware represents the true essence of ceramics." Each piece is meticulously crafted by hand—incorporating hand-painted details—with a focus on the "beauty of utility," creating items that one naturally reaches for at the daily dining table.
This *yunomi* (tea cup) features a chestnut motif painted using *sometsuke* (underglaze blue) and traditional Arita pigments, set against the soft, rustic texture of *isubai-yu* (Japanese evergreen oak ash glaze). The design draws inspiration from *kachiguri*—dried chestnuts that have been pounded to remove their shells and astringent skins. Because the word *kachi* (meaning "to pound") is a homophone for *kachi* (meaning "to win" or "victory"), this motif has long been cherished as an auspicious symbol of good fortune. This design, symbolizing bountiful harvests and victory, embodies a subtle, heartfelt wish within an everyday object, reflecting the understated elegance characteristic of Japanese tableware culture.
A distinctive feature of the *isubai-yu* glaze is how its appearance shifts slightly during firing, causing the outlines of the underglaze blue painting to softly bleed. This prevents the pattern from appearing overly sharp, creating a gentle, serene impression that fosters a deeper attachment the more the cup is used. The interplay between the glaze's natural variations and the unique character of the hand-painted art ensures that every piece possesses a one-of-a-kind charm.
Designed for comfort and longevity, the cup features a shape that fits naturally in the hand and a well-balanced weight, making it ideal for daily use. It avoids excessive ostentation, offering a refined presence that breathes life into the Arita-yaki tradition and the artist's vision. It is a vessel that quietly enriches everyday moments and grows closer to the heart with every use.
Condition
Limited Edition Products by Master Fujii Kinsai Arita Saga Japan.
The number of each production are very limited
and we sell only AAA+ (Finest quality item only).
Size
Height 7.80 cm (3.071 ")
Diameter 7.00 cm (2.756 ")
Delivery Time
We will ship your order within 10 days.
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