Covered Vessel (Futamono) with Plum Tree
Invented in the Momoyama period, Oribe ware introduced vivid color and dynamic patterning to a tea-ceramic tradition previously defined by muted tones. The style, especially the brilliant green glaze, was facilitated by the new Motoyashiki multichambered kiln, while the bold brown designs echoed tsujigahana textile patterns. On the interior of this example, white slip provides the ground for a plum tree and warbler, likely referencing the chapter “The Warbler’s First Song” in The Tale of Genji. This vessel was used to serve food at a tea gathering (cha-kaiseki).
Artwork Details
- 青織部梅樹文木瓜形蓋物
- Title:Covered Vessel (Futamono) with Plum Tree
- Period:Momoyama period (1573–1615)
- Date:early 17th century
- Culture:Japan
- Medium:Stoneware with iron and copper green overglaze decoration (Mino ware, Oribe type)
- Dimensions:H. 5 5/16 in. (13.5 cm); W. 9 11/16 in. (24. 6 cm); D. 8 1/4 in. (21 cm)
- Classification:Ceramics
- Credit Line:Douglas Dillon Fund, 2023
- Object Number:2023.731a, b
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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