Vintage Matcha Copper Kensui Bowl, Kensui, Karakane Copper Kensui, Waste-Water Container, Seigaiha Carving, 3rd Ichinose Souya,
The Ichinose family is associated with Takaoka copperware in Toyama Prefecture, Japan. 1st Ichinose Souemon and 2nd Ichinose Soushin were Takaoka copper artists, and works by the family were also supplied to Hatano Shohei (Kibundo). The family is known for its karakane work.
This carved Kensui was made by 3rd Ichinose Souya. It is handmade from karakane bronze and features a carved Seigaiha pattern. It belonged to our aunt.
Scratches and a few water stains are visible, particularly on the bottom, both inside and outside. The surface and finish show the character of handwork rather than the uniformity of a machine-made object.
It comes with its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box), Tomonuno (original artist-stamped cloth), and an artist-provided leaflet.
Measurement:
Diameter: 14.3cm / Approx. 5 5/8″
Height: 7cm / Approx. 2 3/4″
Thickness: 0.45cm / Approx. 0 11/64″
Weight: 486g
Age: -1980s
Material: Karakane Copper
Type: Carving
Color: Copper Kensui Color
Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age. (Used)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Tomonuno (original artist-stamped cloth)
* Artist-provided leaflet
* Scratches.
* A few water stains.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 9 photo)
* Wooden pegs used for the box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* Slight discoloration and stains on the box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* Scratches on the bottom, both inside and outside.
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