Up for sale is a beautiful, vintage Japanese Obori Soma Ware (Sōma-yaki) tea service. This cohesive group features a classic teapot with a traditional woven handle paired with three (3) matching tea cups.
Crafted primarily for the mid-century export market, these pieces carry the distinctive rustic aesthetic of historic Fukushima pottery while featuring clean, incised \"MADE IN JAPAN\" export markings on the undersides.
Item Features:
Distinctive Glaze: Classic celadon-tinted green stoneware with a heavy, prominent kaurade (spiderweb crackle) glaze effect.
Openwork Design: The lower portion of each piece features a dark iron-wash wave motif accented by traditional, intricate heart-shaped cutouts.
Woven Handle: The teapot retains its original woven handle in very good vintage condition.
Set Includes: One (1) Teapot with lid and three (3) matching tea cups.
Condition:
Good Vintage Condition: Minor chipping around end of spout.
The interior glaze is clean, and the openwork bases are completely intact.
The natural crackle in the glaze is a deliberate, traditional feature of Soma ware craftsmanship and not a defect.
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to assess the exact cosmetic condition before purchasing.
Shipping & Packaging:
We take exceptional care in packing fine vintage ceramics. Each piece will be individually wrapped in bubble wrap and securely suspended in a sturdy box with premium packing materials to ensure a safe transit.
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