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This listing is for a set of five Hagi-ware tea cups made around 10 years ago by Tsubaki Gama.  They are wheel-thrown and feature gohonte markings.  Gohonte refers to the pale spots that appear on the pottery due to the natural reactions from the iron found in the clay when being fired in the kiln.  The effect is beautiful and quite unusual, and the colour will change over time.  The mark of the kiln can be found on the bottom of each cup, and they come with their original signed wooden storage box. 

Hagi-ware is a type of high-fired stoneware produced in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is characterized by its rough clay, bumpy pitted surface, and generous coating of translucent white glaze. It is generally made of very porous clay which results in tiny crackles that absorb tea, so it’s important to soak Hagi-ware thoroughly before use. In time the tea deposits will seep into the glaze, creating a deeper tone. This is often considered a charming characteristic rather than a shortcoming, and it’s precisely the reason why Hagi-ware is so highly regarded in the world of Chado.

Sizes

Box:  H.9.5cm (3.7”) x 29.4cm (11.5”) x 20cm (7.8”)

Cups:  H.6.4cm (2.5”) x Dia.8.7cm (3.4”)

Condition

The entire set is unused and in mint condition.

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**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

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