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Tea ceremony utensils (Arts of Japan # 3)

Tea ceremony utensils (Arts of Japan # 3)

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Condition: Very Good

Condition Notes: Contains minor shelf wear.

Author(s): Ryoichi Fujioka
Edition: 1st Edtion

Publication year: 1973

Publication date: 1973-01-01
Pages: 142
Binding: Hardcover

Publisher: Weatherhill

ISBN: 0834827026

 

by Ryoichi Fujioka is a comprehensive, illustrated guide dedicated entirely to sadōgu—the highly specialized tools used in the Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu). 
The book provides an in-depth breakdown of the artistic design, historical evolution, and cultural significance of each critical object used by tea masters. It is structured into dedicated chapters that analyze the aesthetic and functional properties of specific items, including:
  • The Tea Bowl (Chawan) and Tea Scoop (Chashaku): Examining the varying styles, textures, and craft techniques. 
  • The Tea Caddy (Chaki/Chaire) and Tea-Leaf Jar: Highlighting containers used to hold and preserve the powdered matcha. 
  • The Kettle (Kama) and Lid Rest (Futaoki): Detailing the metalwork and positioning of the water heating tools. 
  • The Fresh-Water Jar (Mizusashi) and Waste-Water Jar (Kensui): Discussing the vessels required to manage water purity during the ritual. 
  • Flower Containers, Incense, and Hearth Utensils: Showcasing secondary elements that establish the atmosphere and season of the tea room.
  • The Kaiseki Meal Utensils and Storage Boxes: Covering the dishes used for the formal meal accompanying the tea, as well as the prized, historically documented wooden boxes used to protect these valuable artifacts over generations.

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