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Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer
Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer
Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer
Nabeshima Kosen Kiln

Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer

Sale price$39.00

The same celadon glaze that made Nabeshima ware the exclusive porcelain of Japan's ruling class for over two centuries appears here in a form that is deliberately understated. Nabeshima Kosen Kiln produces this tea saucer in Okawachiyama, using glaze stone mined from the surrounding hills and processed by the same methods the domain kilns established in the Edo period. The form is quietly considered: a softly squared outline with rounded corners, the celadon glaze covering the raised rim while the recessed center remains in unglazed white porcelain. That contrast is not incidental — the circular well defines the cup's placement while the pale blue-green border frames it. Sized to pair with the Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Sencha Teacup and Teapot, the saucer completes a tea setting in which every piece shares the same glaze, the same origin, and the same restraint.
Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer
Nabeshima Celadon Porcelain Tea Saucer Sale price$39.00

Meet the Artisan

Nabeshima Kosen Kiln

For over 300 years, the Kawazoe family, founders of the Kosen Kiln, honed their craftsmanship during the Edo period, initially working at the Nabeshima domain kilns. Through generations, they meticulously passed down their techniques, preserving the artistry of their forebears. In 1963, under the stewardship of Kawazoe Tameo, the kiln's master at the time, the pursuit of excellence reached new heights as he was acknowledged as a master of Nabeshima celadon porcelain. His fervent desire to democratize Nabeshima celadon ware spurred years of dedicated research into celadon glazes, culminating in a reinvigorated Nabeshima Kosen Kiln.

In 2004, the kiln underwent a transformative rebranding, emerging as the ‘Nabeshima Kosen Kiln’. This pivotal moment marked the company's evolution, accompanied by the introduction of a captivating series of tea utensils. Simultaneously, the visionary brand ‘KOSEN’ emerged, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of Nabeshima ware, blending tradition with modern sensibilities. With a steadfast commitment to 'establish Nabeshima-yaki culture', Nabeshima Kosen Kiln endeavors to preserve and perpetuate inherited techniques and cultural heritage, ensuring a legacy that transcends generations.