This Banko-yaki futaoki (lid rest) features an ornate arabesque using Maiolica tin glaze in the style of 18th century Delftware from the Netherlands, This style is often called "Oranda" (オランダ - Holland) in Japanese. Dutch ceramics in this style have been used in Japanese tea ceremony since at least the 18th century, and possible earlier, as trade between the two countries started as early as 1609.

Made by Kaga Zuizan (加賀瑞山). Born in 1944, he has been recognized as an intangible cultural property of Mie prefecture since 2001.

Ships in original tomobako (wooden paulownia box)

A futaoki (蓋置 - lid rest) is a small stand used to hold the lid of the kama or for resting the hishaku on. They are typically made of bamboo, ceramic, or metal, and come in a vast array of shapes and styles. While metal and ceramic futaoki can be quite ornate and are considered more formal, the common and basic bamboo types are largely undecorated and are the least formal style.

Banko-yaki (萬古焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Its characteristic purple hue comes from the mixture of red oxidised iron and blue high temperature-baked iron in the clay.

Dimensions:

5.2cm (2in) - width
5.2cm (2in) - height

Condition: Excellent

This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand

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