Collectibles
Vintage Tenmoku Pottery Teapot
- Item Number
- 173
- Estimated Value
- 40 USD
- Sold
- 35 USD to ih92babfc
- Number of Bids
- 6 - Bid History
Item Description
Tenmoku is a type of iron-glazed stoneware originating in China during the Song Dynasty. It takes its name from the mountain range where it was first produced and, when translated, means "heaven's eye." In the 13th century, tenmoku bowls were introduced to Japan by Buddhist monks returning from their studies in China. They were highly regarded among the Ashikaga shoguns, both warriors and avid tea practitioners, who promoted their use in chanoyu, or Japanese tea ceremony. Since then, tenmoku tea bowls have held their revered position in the history and development of chanoyu. ~2000cranes.com
This teapot is numbered and has the label "Malaysia Handicrafts" on the bottom.
Item Special Note
Proceeds benefit Kona Historical Society, a 501c3 nonprofit. Winning bidder is responsible for shipping and Hawai`i State tax (4.166%). We try our best to ship items as economically as possible. Most are shipped flat rate but larger or unusually shaped items may need to be shipped priority. Winning bidder is also responsible for postal insurance if the item’s value is over $500. As with all auctions, item is sold “as is” with no refunds available.
Donated By:
In Memory of Clara Misae Tokunaga
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