Vintage - Iga Ware Water Jar

About Iga Ware Water Jar

Iga-yaki is one of Japan's traditional ceramics, primarily produced in Iga City, Mie Prefecture. Its characteristics include a rustic and strong texture made from coarse clay and a unique finish created by natural glazes. Among Iga-yaki pieces, the "mizusashi" (water container) is a type of tea ceremony tool used to hold water.

Features of Iga-yaki Mizusashi:

Natural Glaze and Charred Colors: When Iga-yaki is fired in a climbing kiln, the glaze naturally drips and ash from within the kiln creates unique color variations. In the mizusashi, the beautiful flow of this natural glaze and the charred colors are particularly appealing.

Rustic and Strong Form: Iga-yaki is characterized by strong shapes and the texture of the clay, giving the mizusashi a distinctive presence with its rough clay surface.

Fusion of Function and Beauty: The practicality of a tea ceremony tool and its artistic value are intertwined. The mizusashi serves as a vessel for holding water used in the tea ceremony, but its aesthetic beauty is also important.

Blend of Traditional and Modern Techniques: While traditional techniques are preserved, many mizusashi incorporate modern aesthetics and designs, resulting in a wide variety of styles.

The Iga-yaki mizusashi holds significant practical and aesthetic value for collectors and tea ceremony practitioners alike.

Details

• Size: D16cm x H14.5cm (D6.2in x H5.7in)
  
• Size of opening: 10.5cm (4.1in)
• Material: Pottery
• Origin: Made in Japan