sabi Posted January 6, 2022 Report Posted January 6, 2022 Ceramics seem to be selling better than tsuba lately, so here's another one for our members to snatch up. On offer today is a truly wonderful teabowl - Raku in general is flooded with mediocre pieces, and Aka-Raku in my opinion more so than its black counterparts. Many are a mess with off forms and muddled glazing that lacks the vision to create anything resembling a landscape. None of that here. This chawan measures 13.2 x 9.3cm, a full bloom size that honors its shape and the origins of the style, of whick Koetsu is the undisputed champion. The hand built form instantly melts into the hands and is one of my favorites to drink tea from. There's good reason for the saying "Ichi Raku", and it's an equal delight throughout the preparation stage. The low fired body characteristic of Raku produces a soft tone against the chasen while whisking, like a distant breeze in the pines. Of course it looks just as good on a shelf if that's your thing. The carburized areas have the depth of a galaxy and glow even in low light. The accent on the foot ring presents in a stunning, Enso like fashion on the interior which is a sublime touch. Condition is nearly perfect for its age, with only a couple small, shallow chips to note on the inside edge. Given Raku's fragile nature, these could have been there since the bowl was fired and they do not detract from the visual beauty or usability of the piece. Quite the opposite in my opinion. Its original signed box is also included and is in equally great shape. Price is $250 shipped Worldwide. And like the other ceramics I've listed here, I challenge you to find a comparable piece for anywhere close to that. Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional pics. Thanks for looking! 👺🙏🍵 5 Quote
ROKUJURO Posted January 6, 2022 Report Posted January 6, 2022 I am not a fan nor an expert of RAKU, but this is the most beautiful AKA-RAKU CHAWAN I have seen in a looooong while. 3 Quote
sabi Posted January 7, 2022 Author Report Posted January 7, 2022 Thanks Jean! No disagreement from me 😉, its new guardian will be very pleased. Quote
sabi Posted January 13, 2022 Author Report Posted January 13, 2022 Bump, some tire kickers but it's still here. Also, no trades please 👺🙏 Quote
Fuuten Posted January 13, 2022 Report Posted January 13, 2022 Nice piece👌The interior looks excellent and hue of the 'fu' is also particularly nice, less artificial. Quote
sabi Posted January 16, 2022 Author Report Posted January 16, 2022 Hey Jamie, I tried PM-ing you but am getting an error. Maybe your messages are full? The chawan is yours so just drop me a line when you get it sorted 👺🙏 Quote
Bazza Posted January 17, 2022 Report Posted January 17, 2022 Just in time!!! Jamie better like it heaps as my finger was quivering on the trigger. Now I can put the money back towards my sword 'n' teppou bin!!! I enjoyed this chawan very much. Good one Evan. BaZZa. Quote
sabi Posted January 20, 2022 Author Report Posted January 20, 2022 Still haven't heard from the buyer, taking back ups in case it falls through. Quote
Brian Posted January 20, 2022 Report Posted January 20, 2022 He hasn't logged in since Sunday. Let's try tagging @Jamie Quote
sabi Posted January 20, 2022 Author Report Posted January 20, 2022 Thanks Brian! I saw he hadn't been on so it's all good, didn't know about the tag feature and appreciate the assist 🙏 Quote
Jamie Posted January 28, 2022 Report Posted January 28, 2022 Hi i am sorry for the delay in response. can you please pm me? I have removed messages from my inbox. Please pm me your PayPal and I will pay immediately. Again I apologize for my delay in response. Brian also thanks for your help. best regards jamie 2 Quote
sabi Posted January 28, 2022 Author Report Posted January 28, 2022 3 hours ago, Jamie said: Hi i am sorry for the delay in response. can you please pm me? I have removed messages from my inbox. Please pm me your PayPal and I will pay immediately. Again I apologize for my delay in response. Brian also thanks for your help. best regards jamie No worries Jamie! I'm still having issues PMing you, just says "Jamie cannot receive messages". All good, please email me at motorsport226@gmail.com and we'll get it squared away 👺🙏 Quote
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