Famous item
Accessories
Box: Paulownia wood with black lacquer finish, with inscription by Matsudaira Fumai
Provenance
Matsudaira Fumai—presented to the Takatsukasa family from the Unshu family (around the time of the Meiji Restoration)—Osaka Fujita family
Listed
Taishō Meiki Kagami (List of Famous Artifacts from the Taishō Era)
Dimensions
Height: 4.5–5.0 cm, Mouth diameter: 14.0–14.5 cm, Foot diameter: 5.5 cm, Height: 0.8 cm, Weight: 220 g
This piece is said to be the masterpiece of Heito-ya, and it is said that the name “Hiroshima” is derived from the many scenic spots in the Hiroshima area, but this is not clear.
The body features fine, vividly defined grooves, a slight indentation at the rim, and sturdy side ribs, creating a graceful, dynamic form. The glaze exhibits a striking contrast between red and blue hues, with red spots resembling deer spots scattered throughout the blue, resulting in a rich, scenic beauty. The tea-holding basin is particularly striking, with a vibrant red hue and stone-like texture, evoking a rich tea-drinking ambiance. It features nine eyes of varying sizes.
The foot is shaped like a thin bamboo joint, with a vivid red hue, and the central part stands out like a helmet, creating a focal point. The dense, earthy texture surpasses that of the main body, and the rough handling enhances the distinctive characteristics of the Hira-dōya style.
