A Porcelain Kyo-ware Tea Bowl by Eiraku Zengoro XIV (1852-1927)
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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Tea Articles: Pre 1920: Item # 1444967
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Tea Articles: Pre 1920: Item # 1444967
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A very interesting ceremonial tea bowl produced by one of the oldest generational potting families in Kyoto. In excellent condition with one fine gold repair along the rim; apart from its obvious beauty, this piece is interesting as a conversation piece for its involvement of two generations of Eiraku, a Head Tea Master of Urasenke, and a former Head Priest of Daitokuji.
The 14th Eiraku Zengoro potter was Eiraku Tokuzen, however, upon his death in 1909, his wife Myozen (1852-1927) took over his post and carried on as the 14th generation potter and head of the family kiln. As can be seen in this composition, her style tended towards fine construction, delicate brushwork, and a esthetic noticeably more feminine than other Eiraku potters before her or since.
In fine antique condition, this tea bowl is 4.8 inches in width (12.2 cm), stands 2.8 inches tall (7.2 cm). Made by the 14th generation Eiraku potter sometime during Meiji, it was later given a new box that was then certified by the 16th generation potter in Showa. In addition to the certification, the former Head Tea Master of Urasenke, Hounsai (b. 1923), endorsed this piece as an exceptional work worthy of appreciation and preservation. Several documents are included in the box, one with an example of the stamp seen on the base of the vessel and another explaining that the painting of the plum tree on the front of the tea bowl was done by Zentei Yoju, a former Head Priest of Daitokuji Temple in Kyoto. The careful documentation and preservation of this piece shows us that it was at one time likely owned by a collector or more likely a dedicated cha-jin. (examples of signature and seals available upon request) *** International shipping and insurance included in the price.
A very interesting ceremonial tea bowl produced by one of the oldest generational potting families in Kyoto. In excellent condition with one fine gold repair along the rim; apart from its obvious beauty, this piece is interesting as a conversation piece for its involvement of two generations of Eiraku, a Head Tea Master of Urasenke, and a former Head Priest of Daitokuji.
The 14th Eiraku Zengoro potter was Eiraku Tokuzen, however, upon his death in 1909, his wife Myozen (1852-1927) took over his post and carried on as the 14th generation potter and head of the family kiln. As can be seen in this composition, her style tended towards fine construction, delicate brushwork, and a esthetic noticeably more feminine than other Eiraku potters before her or since.
In fine antique condition, this tea bowl is 4.8 inches in width (12.2 cm), stands 2.8 inches tall (7.2 cm). Made by the 14th generation Eiraku potter sometime during Meiji, it was later given a new box that was then certified by the 16th generation potter in Showa. In addition to the certification, the former Head Tea Master of Urasenke, Hounsai (b. 1923), endorsed this piece as an exceptional work worthy of appreciation and preservation. Several documents are included in the box, one with an example of the stamp seen on the base of the vessel and another explaining that the painting of the plum tree on the front of the tea bowl was done by Zentei Yoju, a former Head Priest of Daitokuji Temple in Kyoto. The careful documentation and preservation of this piece shows us that it was at one time likely owned by a collector or more likely a dedicated cha-jin. (examples of signature and seals available upon request) *** International shipping and insurance included in the price.