This oil-spot Tenmoku expresses "the shining black of the universe."

Oil-spot Tenmoku refers to the shimmering, clustered crystalline patterns that appear on the surface of the ware, much like drops of oil. It is a revered vessel, esteemed by powerful daimyo like Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, as well as by scholars and literati, who saw it as "a vessel reflecting the cosmos."

The appeal of Shinemon's oil-spot Tenmoku tea bowl lies in its majestic, elegant black-gold crystalline patterns, sometimes called "Amakakeru Ryurin" (Heaven-Soaring Dragon Scales). The technique required to create these patterns is exceptionally challenging, demanding many years of dedication to master.

In the Song dynasty, this profound black, the color of "Heaven" (the universe), was revered by Chinese emperors. The universe truly is a transcendental entity. When one gazes upon this tea bowl with a sharpened mind, a profound vista of the cosmos unfolds within the heart.

The Profound Realm of Beauty.
As aptly named by Shinemon, the profound black luster of Shinemon's tea bowls subtly stirs the deepest parts of the viewer's heart, inspiring genuine emotion. It possesses an alluring power that draws one into a deeply contemplative landscape, offering a truly moving experience.

It is truly a masterpiece matcha bowl by Shinemon, worthy of being cherished as a family heirloom for generations.

*This piece is a "one-of-a-kind" item, not made using molds or transfers. It comes with a special paulownia wood box inscribed by the artist, and personalization of the box is also available.
*Please note that as the paulownia box is prepared after your order, delivery may take approximately 1-2 weeks from the time of order placement.

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Oil-Spot Tenmoku: Beloved by Legendary Commanders
Oil-spot Tenmoku refers to the shimmering, clustered crystalline patterns that appear on the surface of the ware, much like drops of oil. It is a revered vessel, esteemed by powerful daimyo like Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi, as well as by scholars and literati, who saw it as "a vessel reflecting the cosmos."

The Brilliance of True Gold Application
This piece features the "Kin Fukurin" technique, where the lip of the bowl (the part you drink from) is adorned with genuine gold. This unique design, encircling the rim of a vessel adorned with shimmering oil-spot patterns like stars in the universe, creates an exceptionally impressive and beautiful presence rarely seen in other pieces.

A Sharpened View of the Cosmos' Profound Depths
In the Song dynasty, this profound black, the color of "Heaven" (the universe), was revered by Chinese emperors. The universe truly is a transcendental entity. When one gazes upon this tea bowl with a sharpened mind, a profound vista of the cosmos unfolds within the heart.

Product Size

Rim Diameter: 12.8 cm (5.04 inches),
Height: 7 cm (2.76 inches),
Base Diameter: 4 cm (1.57 inches)

※There may be slight variations in size and other aspects as these products are handmade.

Content

1 matcha tea bowl, artist’s biography insert, wooden box

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