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Wabisabi Antiques

Vintage Mizusashi Jar - Porcelain Water Container with Lacquered Wood Lid | Kyo-Yaki Dragon

Vintage Mizusashi Jar - Porcelain Water Container with Lacquered Wood Lid | Kyo-Yaki Dragon

$385.00 USD
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This vintage mizusashi jar is a beautifully crafted porcelain water container designed for tea ceremony use, delivering an authentic Japanese tea experience with its exquisite Kyo-yaki ceramics and traditional craftsmanship. Measuring approximately 10.8 cm in height and 20 cm in width (4.3 in × 7.9 in), this tea ceremony jar features a lacquered wood lid that seals freshness, while its weight of 1630 grams (57.4 oz) ensures sturdy handling during rituals. The dragon design mizusashi showcases intricate paintings on both interior and exterior surfaces, created in the BanrekiAkae style inspired by Ming dynasty porcelain, blending elegance and historical artistry. This antique tea utensil was made by the second-generation Tezuka Gyokudo, a respected artist known for advancing Japanese ceramic art with refined semi-porcelain techniques and silvery-white glazes. The piece arrives in excellent condition with its original wooden storage box, making it a prized collectible and functional tea ceremony accessory.


Key features of this Japanese tea vessel include:

- Authentic Kyo-yaki ceramics crafted by Tezuka Gyokudo, ensuring genuine traditional quality
- Porcelain water container designed specifically for tea ceremonies to maintain water purity
- Lacquered wood lid providing a secure seal and enhancing aesthetic appeal
- Dragon design mizusashi painted with BanrekiAkae (Min-style polychrome) reflecting Ming dynasty porcelain influence
- Dimensions: Height 10.8 cm (4.3 in), Width 20 cm (7.9 in), Weight: 1630 g (57.4 oz)
- Original wooden storage box included for safe keeping and display
- Versatile use as a vessel for serving sweets or as a fine art display piece

Additional benefits:

- Tested for durability and authenticity by ceramic experts, ensuring lasting value
- Ideal for collectors of traditional tea ware and antique tea utensils
- Enhances any tea ceremony setup with its historical significance and elegant design

This vintage mizusashi jar is more than just a porcelain water container; it is a testament to centuries of Japanese ceramic art traditions fused with Ming dynasty inspiration. Whether used as a practical tea ceremony accessory or admired as an antique collectible, it offers both beauty and function. Its lacquered wood lid preserves water freshness during rituals, while the dragon motifs symbolize strength and protection in Japanese culture. Owning this piece connects you to the rich heritage of Kyo-yaki ceramics and the artistry of Tezuka Gyokudo's legacy.


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🌐 International Buyers: Standard DDU terms. Custom duties/taxes are the buyer's responsibility upon delivery.

✈️ SHIPPING

• Free Shipping: To US, Europe, and most areas. 

• Surcharges: May apply to Australia, NZ, or remote areas for heavy/large items only. We will contact you before shipping (Full refund if canceled). Small/light items always ship free worldwide.

• Courier: Securely shipped via DHL, FedEx, EMS, or Japan Post with tracking. Carrier is selected by the shop; buyers cannot specify. Urgent upgrades available (please message us before buying).

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• We combine shipping for multiple purchases whenever safe. Any realized shipping savings will be promptly refunded to you after packaging.

🛡️ RETURNS & CONDITION

• Returns: Accepted within 7 days. Buyer pays round-trip shipping costs and processing fees for buyer's remorse.

• Condition: Our items are authentic antiques/vintage. Naturally, they carry signs of age (scratches/wear). Please examine all photos carefully before purchasing.

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