Tea Set by Miura Chikusen II, with Box

Comprising a teapot, yuzamashi [water cooler], and five tea cups, all decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with a continuous design of reeds and wild geese.The elegant composition depicts geese resting and moving among reeds along the water?fs edge. Executed with fluid brushwork and subtle gradations of cobalt blue, the decoration conveys a tranquil autumn landscape while reflecting the literati taste closely associated with Japanese sencha culture. The generous use of negative space enhances the refined and poetic character of the set.Miura Chikusen II [1882-1920], son and successor of the first-generation Chikusen, was highly regarded for his finely crafted sencha wares and blue-and-white porcelain. His works are celebrated for their elegant forms, refined decoration, and exceptional painting technique.Combining functionality with artistic sophistication, this tea set is an excellent example of early modern Kyoto sencha ceramics. Dimensions vary

Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]

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