Ref. No. 450
Large Kuro-oribe Chawan with gintsugi
| Origin | Japan |
|---|---|
| Period | Momoyama period (1573–1615) |
| Medium | Ceramic |
| Dimensions |
Height8.5 cm / 3 11⁄32 in
Width15.5 cm / 6 7⁄64 in
|
| Condition | Very Good |
Provenance
- Private collection, Europe
Expertise
- Comparative examples:
- – Oribeguro tea bowl, 16th–17th century, Mino Ceramic Art Museum, Tajimi
- – Oribe black tea bowl, 17th century, Toki City Historical Museum of Mino Ceramics
- – Christie’s, Asobi: Ingenious Creativity, London, 15 October 2013, lot 16 (sold for GBP 56,250)
- Compare: https://www.lempertz.com/de/kataloge/lot/1101-1/330-grosses-chawan-kuro-oribe-mino-gebiet-um-1600.html
About This Work
Of kutsugata (clog-shaped) form, decorated with a thick, lustrous black iron glaze stopping in an irregular line above the short foot.
This chawan exemplifies the bold and experimental aesthetic associated with Furuta Oribe (1544–1615), successor to Sen no Rikyu. Its asymmetrical form, irregular contour, and undulating lip reflect Oribe’s pursuit of deliberate distortion (hizumitaru) and artistic individuality.
Produced in the Mino region, Oribe ware emerged alongside the introduction of the noborigama (climbing kiln) from Korea, enabling refined control of firing and more expressive glaze effects. The glossy black glaze of this bowl pools into textured areas, while traces of the potter’s hand remain visible, emphasizing spontaneity and craftsmanship.
Comparative examples:
– Oribeguro tea bowl, 16th–17th century, Mino Ceramic Art Museum, Tajimi
– Oribe black tea bowl, 17th century, Toki City Historical Museum of Mino Ceramics
– Christie’s, Asobi: Ingenious Creativity, London, 15 October 2013, lot 16 (sold for GBP 56,250)