A large Japanese mizusashi (water vessel) used in the tea ceremony to hold fresh water for replenishing the kettle and rinsing utensils. Crafted in coarse Shigaraki clay with prominent quartz inclusions. The wide, low-slung form is associated with summer tea gatherings. Fitted with a custom black urushi lacquered wooden lid. Impressed gourd-shaped maker's seal to the base.
Size – 27cm W x 14cm H
Period – Mid - 20th Century - Shōwa era
Production – One-off studio piece
A large Japanese mizusashi (water vessel) used in the tea ceremony to hold fresh water for replenishing the kettle and rinsing utensils. Crafted in coarse Shigaraki clay with prominent quartz inclusions. The wide, low-slung form is associated with summer tea gatherings. Fitted with a custom black urushi lacquered wooden lid. Impressed gourd-shaped maker's seal to the base.
Size – 27cm W x 14cm H
Period – Mid - 20th Century - Shōwa era
Production – One-off studio piece
