NAKAMURA TOSHITO Kutani Ware Round Vase - Two Friendly Sparrows / 九谷焼 花瓶 kagami sake take a closer look

take a closer look

all gently wrapped into a single work of art

Gold or silver leaf is applied to washi paper

As every piece is handmade in Japan

making them a convenient and flavourful choice for everyday tea enjoyment

NAKAMURA TOSHITO Kutani Ware Round Vase - Two Friendly Sparrows / 九谷焼 花瓶 kagami sake take a closer lookThis vase has real presence despite its modest size. The petal like opening frames the arrangement naturally, while the sparrows positioned in the middle create a sense of movement and companionship. The soft wash of colour around them feels almost like dawn or dusk captured on porcelaina quiet moment held still. (Fukura Suzumezu), meaning "Plump Sparrows Illustration", is a delicately framed porcelain artwork by celebrated Kutani ware artist Nakamura