Kumidashi Tea Cups / Iro-e / Kyoto / Kawai Atsuko
Iro-E Overglaze Enamel Set of Five Kumidashi Tea Cups by Kawai Atsuko
Kawai Atsuko is a veteran Kyoto overglaze enamel master of design; her works are lightweight and a delight to view and hold. The time it took to draw the designs on all her works is staggering. Her list of exhibitions is long indeed usually at specialized art galleries. This set of five kumidashi tea cup--usually used to serve tea for guests--has her exquisite sense of Kyoto design combined with Imari motifs as well. Each cup is in perfect condition, 5cm.tallx8.6, with a signed box.