A Red Raku Tea Bowl by Dohachi II (Ninami)
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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Tea Articles: Pre 1920: Item # 1359023
Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Tea Articles: Pre 1920: Item # 1359023
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Ninani Dohachi (1783 - 1855) was second in the long line of Kyoto potters that continue to this day to be held in high regard. After the death of his father in 1805, Ninani succeeded his father by taking charge of the family kiln and officially taking the name “Dohachi.” Specializing in porcelain sencha wares done in the style of Annan, Kenzan, Ninsei, and well-known Chinese forms; Ninani showed remarkable versatility as is evidenced by this red Raku tea bowl which shows his supreme competence even in forms which were not his main field of expertise. Today works by Dohachi II are held in private collections and museums around the world including the British Museum, the Walters Art Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston; and in Japan, the Suntory Museum of Art, and both the Tokyo and Kyoto National museums to name a few.
A tradition dating from the mid-16th century, Raku teabowls are made by hand, without the use of a potter's wheel; giving them a distinctly human feel. In the process of shaping the bowls, potters handle the tea bowls in much the same manner that users will hold them as they drink from them. In this way, we can imagine a connection is formed between the creator of the tea bowl and the participants in the tea ceremony. For this and other reasons stemming from historical circumstances, Raku bowls are considered a favorite of tea practitioners across Japan.
In fine antique condition, this piece is 5.1 inches (13 cm) in diameter and stands 4.3 inches (11 cm) tall. Ninani’s signature can be seen near the kodai (foot) and there are several small gold repairs along the upper rim. It comes with a beautiful old wood box and what looks to be its original protective decorative cloth. A silk pouch (shifuku) which holds the tea bowl appears to be a recent addition. ** International shipping and insurance included in the price
Ninani Dohachi (1783 - 1855) was second in the long line of Kyoto potters that continue to this day to be held in high regard. After the death of his father in 1805, Ninani succeeded his father by taking charge of the family kiln and officially taking the name “Dohachi.” Specializing in porcelain sencha wares done in the style of Annan, Kenzan, Ninsei, and well-known Chinese forms; Ninani showed remarkable versatility as is evidenced by this red Raku tea bowl which shows his supreme competence even in forms which were not his main field of expertise. Today works by Dohachi II are held in private collections and museums around the world including the British Museum, the Walters Art Museum, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston; and in Japan, the Suntory Museum of Art, and both the Tokyo and Kyoto National museums to name a few.
A tradition dating from the mid-16th century, Raku teabowls are made by hand, without the use of a potter's wheel; giving them a distinctly human feel. In the process of shaping the bowls, potters handle the tea bowls in much the same manner that users will hold them as they drink from them. In this way, we can imagine a connection is formed between the creator of the tea bowl and the participants in the tea ceremony. For this and other reasons stemming from historical circumstances, Raku bowls are considered a favorite of tea practitioners across Japan.
In fine antique condition, this piece is 5.1 inches (13 cm) in diameter and stands 4.3 inches (11 cm) tall. Ninani’s signature can be seen near the kodai (foot) and there are several small gold repairs along the upper rim. It comes with a beautiful old wood box and what looks to be its original protective decorative cloth. A silk pouch (shifuku) which holds the tea bowl appears to be a recent addition. ** International shipping and insurance included in the price
