Hagi Teabowl
Artist
Yamato Yasuo
(Japanese, b. 1946)
Dateapprox. 2004
PeriodHeisei period (1989–2019)
MaterialsStoneware with slip
DimensionsH. 3 3/4 in x Diam. 5 in, H. 9.5 cm x Diam. 12.7 cm
Credit LineGift of Shozo and Alice Sato
Object number2011.20
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewUtensils for making a bowl of tea
The utensils shown here are those used for koicha, or “thick tea,” which is served during a formal gathering that can include an elaborate multicourse meal (kaiseki), sake, sweets, thick tea, and finally thin tea. To make koicha, the host places a large quantity of high-quality matcha, or powdered green tea, inside the bowl. The host then uses the tea whisk to “knead” the tea with a small amount of hot water to create a thick, velvety beverage. The guests often drink from the same bowl, which is passed from person to person.
Tsujimura Shiro
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approx. 1600-1650
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