Pure Silver Fubuki Ware, by Isshinsai, with Box
Exhibiting an elegant Fubuki [snowstorm]hammered finish. The cylindrical body is covered with a finely textured surface created through meticulous hammering, producing a soft, shimmering effect reminiscent of drifting snow across a winter landscape.The form is simple and well balanced, with gently faceted shoulders and a precisely fitted lid demonstrating the maker's high level of craftsmanship. The interior retains the bright luster characteristic of high-quality silverwork, while the exterior displays a subdued and sophisticated texture that enhances its tactile appeal.Tea caddies of this type were prized for preserving tea leaves while also serving as objects of appreciation within the tea ceremony. The restrained design reflects the Japanese aesthetic of understated elegance, where beauty is found through material, proportion, and craftsmanship rather than excessive ornamentation.Accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box [tomobako], this work represents a fine example of modern Japanese silver craftsmanship. Height: 7.2cm Diameter: 6.2cm Weight: 106g
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Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
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Exhibiting an elegant Fubuki [snowstorm]hammered finish. The cylindrical body is covered with a finely textured surface created through meticulous hammering, producing a soft, shimmering effect reminiscent of drifting snow across a winter landscape.The form is simple and well balanced, with gently faceted shoulders and a precisely fitted lid demonstrating the maker's high level of craftsmanship. The interior retains the bright luster characteristic of high-quality silverwork, while the exterior displays a subdued and sophisticated texture that enhances its tactile appeal.Tea caddies of this type were prized for preserving tea leaves while also serving as objects of appreciation within the tea ceremony. The restrained design reflects the Japanese aesthetic of understated elegance, where beauty is found through material, proportion, and craftsmanship rather than excessive ornamentation.Accompanied by its original signed wooden storage box [tomobako], this work represents a fine example of modern Japanese silver craftsmanship. Height: 7.2cm Diameter: 6.2cm Weight: 106g
Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
Buyer's Premium
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¥1,000,000.00
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¥5,000,000.00
24.8% above
¥5,000,000.00