Kuro Yōhen Nami Shumon Tea Set

Master Koie Hiroshi's artwork.

Master Koie, holder of Intangible Cultural Properties in Tokoname, blends traditional ceramic techniques with his own innovative style, and the result is unique, exquisite masterpieces. Master Koie's ceramics are highly appreciated, his artwork was even chosen to serve the Emperor and Empress themselves at an important cultural ceremony organized yearly in Tokoname.

The teapot and the cups are made of red clay. After the master finishes the bodies, he shapes the surfaces, making decorative waves and lines. He fires everything first in an oxidation chamber, then a second time in a reduction chamber, where the clay carbonizes and gives the surfaces a matte black patina. Finally the surface is scraped back a little, so the original color of the red clay can be seen through. This long, elaborate process makes this set especially of high standard.

Master Koie developed his own style in shaping the tea strainer as well, making it large and flat with tiny holes ensuring a fast and smooth pouring.

The tea set contains a teapot, one smaller and one larger teacup, a cotton tea cloth with the sigil of the artist and a paulownia box, signed and sealed by the artist.

The set is recommended for green teas, houjicha or genmaicha.

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☆ HANDMADE PRODUCT - Please note that the item we have in stock might not be the same piece shown on the pictures above. Each piece is unique and slightly different from each other. If you are particular about either the size, the capacity or the appearance, contact us, and we will share photos or the exact details of our available pieces in stock.

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