Authentic **Plum Chawan** by master **Tsuji Kozan**. This **Japanese Tea Bowl** features a classic **Korin Water Pattern** with **Red and White Plum**, a signature of **Kyoto Pottery Master** art. Perfect as a **New Year Tea Tool** or a **Luxury Floral Gift** for **Zen House Decor** and **Fine Art Collectors**.
A refined Kyo-yaki tea bowl by the master Tsuji Kozan, featuring the iconic Korin-mizu (Korin-style water) pattern paired with auspicious plum blossoms. This design represents the early spring awakening of nature.
**Basic Details** - **Artist**: Tsuji Kozan (Kyoto based master) - **Technique**: Overglaze polychrome on fine stoneware - **Era**: Late 20th Century (Heisei Era) - **Origin**: Kyoto, Japan - **Dimensions**: Diameter 12.2 cm, Height 8.3 cm - **Condition**: Excellent, clean condition
**Cultural & Artistic Insight** The Korin-mizu pattern, named after the Rimpa master Ogata Korin, is a stylized depiction of flowing water. Combined with the Plum (Ume), it signifies endurance and the coming of spring, making it a classic motif for the New Year and Winter tea ceremonies.
**Deep-Dive Commentary** **Artistry**: Tsuji Kozan is a celebrated name in Kyoto pottery, known for a style that is both traditionally grounded and visually vibrant. The placement of the plum branches against the swirling water creates a dynamic sense of depth. **Composition**: The interior of the bowl is left clean to focus the attention on the matcha, while the exterior provides a continuous narrative landscape. The glaze quality is smooth and cool to the touch. **Usage**: This bowl anchors a tea setting with its balance of metallic gold/silver accents and natural pigments. It is a robust yet elegant piece for daily practice or formal gatherings.
*A frozen river waking under the first breath of spring blossoms.*
