{"product_id":"plum-chawan-by-tsuji-kozan-japanese-tea-bowl-korin-water-pattern-japan","title":"Plum Chawan by Tsuji Kozan – Japanese Tea Bowl – Korin Water Pattern – Japan","description":"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**.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Basic Details**\u003cbr\u003e- **Artist**: Tsuji Kozan (Kyoto based master)\u003cbr\u003e- **Technique**: Overglaze polychrome on fine stoneware\u003cbr\u003e- **Era**: Late 20th Century (Heisei Era)\u003cbr\u003e- **Origin**: Kyoto, Japan\u003cbr\u003e- **Dimensions**: Diameter 12.2 cm, Height 8.3 cm\u003cbr\u003e- **Condition**: Excellent, clean condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Cultural \u0026amp; Artistic Insight**\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Deep-Dive Commentary**\u003cbr\u003e**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.\u003cbr\u003e**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.\u003cbr\u003e**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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*A frozen river waking under the first breath of spring blossoms.*","brand":"The Modern Zen Archive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61566196318578,"sku":"260123_a_1717","price":780.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5680\/3698\/files\/m28218162648_1.jpg?v=1770107690","url":"https:\/\/checkout.themodernzenarchive.com\/products\/plum-chawan-by-tsuji-kozan-japanese-tea-bowl-korin-water-pattern-japan","provider":"The Modern Zen Archive","version":"1.0","type":"link"}