Mashiko ware inlaid teacup pair Tatsuzo Shimaoka Living National Treasure Japan
$ 110.88
Description
Mashiko ware inlaid teacup pair Tatsuzo Shimaoka Living National Treasure Japan. Living National Treasure. The original wooden storage box (tomobako) is inscribed and signed. Original signed wooden box (tomobako). Description Item Description This is a pair of Mashiko ware inlaid teacups (Meoto Yunomi) by Tatsuzo Shimaoka, a renowned Japanese potter designated as a Living National Treasure. About the Meoto Yunomi (Husband & Wife Teacup Set) In Japanese culture, a “Meoto Yunomi” is a traditional husband-and-wife teacup set, consisting of one slightly larger cup and one smaller cup. This pairing symbolizes harmony, balance, and lifelong companionship, and such sets are commonly gifted for weddings, anniversaries, or to celebrate a shared life together. When created by a master potter, a meoto yunomi is valued not only as a daily-use tea vessel, but also as a culturally meaningful work of art representing Japanese aesthetics and tradition. Signature / Inscription The original wooden storage box (tomobako) is inscribed and signed. The teacups themselves are not signed. This is a common and authentic practice in Japanese ceramics, where the artist’s inscription on the tomobako serves as proof of authorship and origin. Condition Very good condition overall. No noticeable chips or cracks. Please note that minor variations in glaze, texture, and firing marks are natural characteristics of handmade ceramics. Size (approx.) Large cup: Diameter 9.5 cm (3.7 in) / Height 9.5 cm (3.7 in) Small cup: Diameter 8.0 cm (3.1 in) / Height 7.5 cm (3.0 in) Included Pair of teacups (Meoto Yunomi) Original signed wooden box (tomobako) This is a fine example of traditional Mashiko pottery and a meaningful collectible piece by a master craftsman. All my products are 100% Authentic. Please feel free to contact us if you have any question. Shipping We ship using FedEx, DHL and Japan Post. Payment We usually ship within 5〜10 business days of receiving cleared payment. International Buyers - Please Note: Customs and duties: For buyers in the United States: Import duties and taxes are included in the item price or shipping cost. Items shipped to the U.S. are sent under the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) method, which means all import-related charges are prepaid. You don’t need to pay any additional fees when your order arrives. For buyers outside the United States: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be before bidding or buying. I do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" - US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.
