Kutani ware Yunomi Tea Cup - Nakamura Toshito - Friendly Sparrow / 九谷焼 湯呑み S0718 6cm (the top diameter)

6cm (the top diameter)

inviting moments of shared indulgence and appreciation for life's simple pleasures

8 cm (H) x 9

This beautifully crafted donburi bowl features the kikyou (bellflower) crest

Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and artistic excellence

Kutani ware Yunomi Tea Cup - Nakamura Toshito - Friendly Sparrow / 九谷焼 湯呑み S0718 6cm (the top diameter), meaning "Plump Sparrows Illustration", is a delicately framed porcelain artwork by celebrated Kutani ware artist Nakamura Toshito. Known for his mastery of natural motifs and emotional depth, Nakamura has been recognized as a "First Class Traditional Craftsman" in Japan. His works are treasured for their exceptional realism and quiet elegance, often capturing the harmony between nature and human life. As expressed in Hakushu Kitahara ()s writing,