Vintage Arita Nabeshima Sencha Houbin Teapot, Houhin Kyusu, Hataman Touen, Japanese Sencha Teapot, Unused or Very Lightly Used,
Hataman Touen was founded in 1926 by Hataishi Mantaro under the name Manyo Kiln. The kiln later developed Sansui-painted wares that became representative works of Hataman. After World War II, the second generation, Hataishi Haruyuki, established Hataman Seisakusho and began selling Sansui-painted wares at Ginza Mitsukoshi Department Store. The third generation, Hataishi Masahiro, changed the company name to Hataman Touen and developed a distinctive Sumi Sansui style. In 1990, the fourth generation, Hataishi Masatsugu, became president of Hataman Touen and introduced products including Hina dolls and the Nabeshima series.
The kiln is based in Okawachiyama, Imari City, Saga Prefecture. Nabeshima ware was produced at an official kiln operated by the Saga Domain (Nabeshima clan) for presentation to the shogunate. Okawachiyama became the principal site of the Nabeshima official kiln, and Hataman Touen continues to work in this historic porcelain-producing area using techniques associated with Nabeshima ware.
This Sencha Houbin Kyusu came from our grandmother’s collection.
Measurement
Diameter: 7.3cm / Approx. 2 7/8″
Body: 11cm / Approx. 4 21/64″
Height: 7cm / Approx. 2 3/4″
Height with lid: 8.7cm / Approx. 3 27/64″
Thickness: 0.4cm / Approx. 5/32″
Weight: 158g
Age: 1970s
Material: Porcelain
Color: White, Blue
Patterns: Nabeshima Sansui
Maker: Hataman Touen
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or very lightly used)
* No chips, cracks, or visible blemishes.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 2 photo)
* A minor scratch may be present on the base.
If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing.
