Sencha Tea Set by Ishino Ryuzan, Tomobako
This elegant sencha tea set by Ishino Ryuzan comprises a teapot, yuzamashi [water cooler], and five tea cups, presented in its original tomobako. Executed in fine Kutani porcelain, each piece is decorated in underglaze blue with expansive mountain landscapes, where layered peaks, flowing streams, and wooded scenery are rendered with delicate tonal variations, evoking the tranquil atmosphere of classical literati painting.While each vessel features a unique landscape composition, the ensemble maintains remarkable visual harmony. The gracefully proportioned teapot, refined water cooler, and thinly potted tea cups demonstrate both technical precision and functional elegance, making the set equally suitable for refined tea service and discerning collection.Ishino Ryuzan was a noted modern Kutani ceramic artist recognized for combining traditional Kutani porcelain techniques with expressive landscape painting. His works are admired for their refined brushwork, balanced compositions, and harmonious integration of artistic beauty with practical function, earning appreciation among tea practitioners and collectors alike. Dimensions vary
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This elegant sencha tea set by Ishino Ryuzan comprises a teapot, yuzamashi [water cooler], and five tea cups, presented in its original tomobako. Executed in fine Kutani porcelain, each piece is decorated in underglaze blue with expansive mountain landscapes, where layered peaks, flowing streams, and wooded scenery are rendered with delicate tonal variations, evoking the tranquil atmosphere of classical literati painting.While each vessel features a unique landscape composition, the ensemble maintains remarkable visual harmony. The gracefully proportioned teapot, refined water cooler, and thinly potted tea cups demonstrate both technical precision and functional elegance, making the set equally suitable for refined tea service and discerning collection.Ishino Ryuzan was a noted modern Kutani ceramic artist recognized for combining traditional Kutani porcelain techniques with expressive landscape painting. His works are admired for their refined brushwork, balanced compositions, and harmonious integration of artistic beauty with practical function, earning appreciation among tea practitioners and collectors alike. Dimensions vary
Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
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24.8% up to
¥1,000,000.00
24.8% up to
¥5,000,000.00
24.8% above
¥5,000,000.00