Gagyu Kiln Moon Rabbit Yunomi Japanese Teacup - Utsutsukawa Ware
Enhancing the Elegance of Teacups with Graceful Brushstroke Patterns
Collectors often refer to Genkawa ware as 'Kinseizumi of Kyoto, Gengawa of the West.' Genkawa ware, considered a phantom pottery, is characterized by its thin construction and the traditional technique known as 'brushstroke,' which is unique to Kyushu and results in a tea-brown color on the clay's surface. Genkawa ware, which had no successors since the late Edo period, was revived by the efforts of the twelfth-generation potter Yokoi Sekigyu. The fourteenth generation continues to reproduce Genkawa ware and create new brushstroke patterns.
A Gift That Reflects Tradition and Intangible Cultural Heritage
The elusive pottery believed to have disappeared around the Genroku era (1688-1704) has been resurrected in the modern age through two and a half centuries of trial and error by three generations of skilled craftsmen. The high level of technical skill and re-creational ability demonstrated, including the brushstroke technique and painting, has earned it recognition as an intangible cultural asset of Nagasaki Prefecture.
Beloved Rabbits Celebrated Worldwide Depicted on Arita Ware Teacups
While artistic cultures around the world feature rabbits as a motif, the history of using rabbits as a subject in Japanese art and culture is ancient, dating back to the late Heian period. These lovable creatures continue to be a part of our culture and daily life, making this teacup cherished by people of all ages, both domestically and internationally.
The Adorable Lucky Rabbit with Many Symbolic Meanings
Did you know that lucky rabbits have a multitude of symbolic meanings? Beyond their cute appearance, they are believed to bring "harmony" to human relationships. Their keen ears symbolize the ability to gather "fortune" or information swiftly, which can lead to "success and wealth." The image of rabbits hopping forward represents "progress" and is associated with things moving forward smoothly. Additionally, their high reproductive capacity, giving birth to many offspring at once, signifies "prosperity and abundance." Thus, rabbits carry an astonishing array of meanings.
Conveying Wishes of Good Luck through Teacups
The belief that rabbits inhabit the moon is an ancient tradition found in various regions across Asia. Consequently, besides being symbols of good luck, rabbits and the moon are inseparable. In modern times, the round shape of the full moon and the rabbit within it are associated with "perfection," symbolizing that the "moon" (Tsuki) can be transformed into "luck" (Tsuki) itself. Therefore, rabbits are considered creatures that bring good fortune. With these stylish teacups, you can look forward to a wonderful tea time filled with good luck.
Arita Ware with a Unique Atmosphere Evoking Natural Scenes
These teacups allow you to choose between a depiction of the full moon or crescent moon, each with a 'moon-gazing rabbit' rendered with a soft touch and depth. The background behind the elegantly drawn rabbits resembles diagonal brushstroke lines flowing upward from below, reminiscent of the cool autumn air and beautifully portraying the natural scenery.
Collectors often refer to Genkawa ware as 'Kinseizumi of Kyoto, Gengawa of the West.' Genkawa ware, considered a phantom pottery, is characterized by its thin construction and the traditional technique known as 'brushstroke,' which is unique to Kyushu and results in a tea-brown color on the clay's surface. Genkawa ware, which had no successors since the late Edo period, was revived by the efforts of the twelfth-generation potter Yokoi Sekigyu. The fourteenth generation continues to reproduce Genkawa ware and create new brushstroke patterns.
A Gift That Reflects Tradition and Intangible Cultural Heritage
The elusive pottery believed to have disappeared around the Genroku era (1688-1704) has been resurrected in the modern age through two and a half centuries of trial and error by three generations of skilled craftsmen. The high level of technical skill and re-creational ability demonstrated, including the brushstroke technique and painting, has earned it recognition as an intangible cultural asset of Nagasaki Prefecture.
Beloved Rabbits Celebrated Worldwide Depicted on Arita Ware Teacups
While artistic cultures around the world feature rabbits as a motif, the history of using rabbits as a subject in Japanese art and culture is ancient, dating back to the late Heian period. These lovable creatures continue to be a part of our culture and daily life, making this teacup cherished by people of all ages, both domestically and internationally.
The Adorable Lucky Rabbit with Many Symbolic Meanings
Did you know that lucky rabbits have a multitude of symbolic meanings? Beyond their cute appearance, they are believed to bring "harmony" to human relationships. Their keen ears symbolize the ability to gather "fortune" or information swiftly, which can lead to "success and wealth." The image of rabbits hopping forward represents "progress" and is associated with things moving forward smoothly. Additionally, their high reproductive capacity, giving birth to many offspring at once, signifies "prosperity and abundance." Thus, rabbits carry an astonishing array of meanings.
Conveying Wishes of Good Luck through Teacups
The belief that rabbits inhabit the moon is an ancient tradition found in various regions across Asia. Consequently, besides being symbols of good luck, rabbits and the moon are inseparable. In modern times, the round shape of the full moon and the rabbit within it are associated with "perfection," symbolizing that the "moon" (Tsuki) can be transformed into "luck" (Tsuki) itself. Therefore, rabbits are considered creatures that bring good fortune. With these stylish teacups, you can look forward to a wonderful tea time filled with good luck.
Arita Ware with a Unique Atmosphere Evoking Natural Scenes
These teacups allow you to choose between a depiction of the full moon or crescent moon, each with a 'moon-gazing rabbit' rendered with a soft touch and depth. The background behind the elegantly drawn rabbits resembles diagonal brushstroke lines flowing upward from below, reminiscent of the cool autumn air and beautifully portraying the natural scenery.
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Gagyu Kiln Moon Rabbit Yunomi Japanese Teacup - Utsutsukawa Ware
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