Akaraku
Accessories
Inner box: Paulownia, white wood, same lid, inscription by Chikusou Sokan
Outer box: Paulownia, white wood, inscription by Matsudaira Fumai
Cover: Strawberry cut
Transmission
Kaga Daikan—Senso Sōshitsu—Urasenke Edo Fukagawa, Fuyuki Kihachiro Ichikansho In the Kansei era, Matsudaira Fumai purchased this item along with a three-panel screen by Sesshu and a three-piece water container from Fushimiya Jin’emon and Honya Sōkichi in Edo.
Record
Honcho Toki Koshō, Kuro Mitsuyoshi Tea Bowl with Accompanying Note, Rakusai, Kuro Mitsuyoshi Tea Bowl with Accompanying Note, Kazuraku Kusama, Tea Utensils Meibutsu Zui, Tea Utensils Meiki Shū, Kushinroku, Fushimiya Memo, Kokon Chawa, Fushimiya Handwritten Notes, Osaki-sama Tea Utensils Handwritten Notes, Daienan Tea Ceremony Notes, Kokon Chayū Shū
Dimensions
Height: 9.3–9.8 cm, Mouth diameter: 11.5–12.6 cm, Foot diameter: 5.7 cm, Same height: 0.5 cm, Weight: 531 g
Originally from Kaga, this piece was owned by Senzo, hence the inscription.
This is a representative example of the angular style, but it particularly showcases Kōetsu’s signature techniques, which are skillfully employed throughout, clearly demonstrating his distinctive characteristics in form. The rim features a cut-away at the base, creating a mountain-like profile, while the vertical grooves on the body are a striking highlight.The carving on the side of the high foot is also sharp. This tea bowl is made of white clay with yellow clay brushed on, and the brushing is casual, with some of the raw clay showing through, creating an accidental pattern. The bead glaze covers the entire surface, and the characteristic white mottling floats in places, adding to its charm.
