TESAI KABIN [Asagao] Cast Iron The motif depicted is a

The motif depicted is a pine tree known as Sagari-matsu—a reference to the famous “Ichijō Sagari-matsu” in Kyoto

it delivers an exceptional sense of refreshment as the drink flows down the center of the tongue and into the back of the throat

Although cats tend to act indifferent

heated gold leaf is applied in the shape of a ring or circle onto a deep red background

TESAI KABIN [Asagao] Cast Iron The motif depicted is aThis single stem vase is crafted from a base of Karatsu style clay, finished with a slip made from carefully selected Amakusa porcelain clay, and adorned with hand painted underglaze and overglaze decoration. Slipwarea technique developed by artisans of the past who longed for white ceramics when white clay was scarceadds a soft, refined texture to the piece. The gently shaped form, created on the potters wheel, and the interplay between the earthy