Gyokuryu benishibori kyusu teapot 160ml

Gyokuryu benishibori kyusu teapot 160ml

An original tea teapot handcrafted by esteemed ceramic artist Jiro Umehara in Tokoname, at his Gyokuryu studio. Dark brown clay with a gentle gloss, classic shape and comfortable handle. The vessel was decorated using the traditional benishibori technique - the teapot was wrapped in seaweed before firing. The minerals contained in the seaweed created unique patterns on the vessel, resembling the effects achieved on textiles by the traditional shibori technique. This method of decorating ceramics is unique to Tokoname town. Precisely made ceramic tea strainer at the spout inside the teapot. A choice for connoisseurs of tea and unique tea accessories. Artist's signature below the teapot handle.

Mr. Jiro Umehara is a renowned artist with extensive experience, winner of many awards at ceramic exhibitions. He is certified as a “Traditional Artisan Artist” by the Ministry of Economy of Japan for those who have made outstanding contributions to the cultivation of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Features:

• traditional Japanese ceramics from Tokoname - tokonameyaki 
• handmade by esteemed ceramic artist Jiro Umehara
• convenient and practical for brewing green tea
• inside the teapot ceramic strainer at the spout
• dark brown clay with a gentle gloss and traditional benishibori decoration
• volume is measured to the top edge of the vessel - "practical" capacity is slightly smaller

Dimensions:

• Diameter 7,5cm
• Width (with handle) 12cm
• Height 7cm
• Capacity (to the upper edge) 160ml