Japanese tea ceremony [lcsh]; Tea making paraphernalia [lcsh]
The "ears" on this fine mizusashi are fashioned in the shape of shrimp, which suggest a congratulatory theme. The work exhibits pleasing ash marks from the firing and the rich, toffee-colored (amegusuri) glaze which is a special attribute of the...
Japanese tea ceremony [lcsh]; Tea making paraphernalia [lcsh]; Shigaraki pottery [lcsh]
The solid, sturdy form and rustic appearance of this mizusashi is typical of the work of the Shigaraki kilns. Its massive appearance provides a strong visual anchor in the tearoom and its subdued color and feeling are appropriate for a wide variety...
This square ceramic dish is perfectly suited for a serving dish during the kaiseki meal that accompanies a formal tea gathering (chaji). Fashioned in the Oribe style, with its distinctive green glaze and bold designs, it depicts a single flower in...
Swords -- Japan [lcsh]; Military weapons -- Japan [lcsh]
Short sword consisting of the wakizashi sword (JC9:14), sheath (JC9:22) and handle (JC9:23). The sword is 20" long and has Japanese writing on the bottom portion. The wooden sheath has Japanese calligraphy painted on both sides. The wooden handle...
Japanese tea ceremony [lcsh]; Calligraphy, Japanese [lcsh];
These small cards bearing calligraphy and/or artwork are used to evoke a mood or feeling in keeping with the theme of the tea gathering. Mounted on small hanging scrolls (tanzaku kake), they are displayed in the guest's gathering area or near the...
Japanese tea ceremony [lcsh]; Calligraphy, Japanese [lcsh]; Poetry [lcsh];
These small cards bearing calligraphy and/or artwork are used to evoke a mood or feeling in keeping with the theme of a tea gathering. Mounted on small hanging scrolls (tanzaku kake), they are displayed in the guests gathering room or near the...
