Hekigyoku Tenmoku Tall Sake Cup MAKER_Toshitaka Satomi This splendid and paper-light Japanese

This splendid and paper-light Japanese teacup is a fine example of traditional sometsuke blue and white porcelain

and letters are painted on the surface of lacquerware

which is well known as a good-luck charm

dark green pattern on a warm white base

one senses the breath of the elements and the maker's intention—a presence that endures

Hekigyoku Tenmoku Tall Sake Cup MAKER_Toshitaka Satomi This splendid and paper-light JapaneseA gift from an ancient glaze, emerging like a jewel from the fire. The Hekigyoku Tenmoku Tall Sake Cup is a striking expression of the flame born beauty and depth of tenmoku. Its rich blues and speckled darkness swirl like a celestial body in motion, echoing the elusive forces of the kiln. Named by master ceramicist Dobuchi Yoshiaki as a one of a kind creation, "Hekigyoku" combines heki (blue green) and gyoku (jewel or gem) to capture its radiant