Late 19th Century Chōsen-Karatsu Mizusashi Water-Jar

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Mizusashi (水指) are lidded containers used in the Japanese tea ceremony to hold fresh, cold water. It plays a crucial … Read more Mizusashi (水指) are lidded containers used in the Japanese tea ceremony to hold fresh, cold water. It plays a crucial role in the ceremony as it is used to replenish the water in the kettle (kama) during the tea-making process. They serve both functional and symbolic purposes in the preparation of matcha and contributing to the aesthetics of the ceremony.

This antique Chōsen Karatsu-style water-jar has ribbed walls; which, when combined with the cascading glaze, inspires water imagery. Glaze pools into the center of the lid. See less