{"product_id":"princess-yi-bangja-rakuzensai-pale-grey-korai-ware-matc-rakuzensai-signed","title":"Princess Yi Bangja (Rakuzensai) Pale Grey Korai Ware Matc (Rakuzensai) Signed","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"54\" data-start=\"26\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eRare Pale Grey Korai Ware Matcha Tea Bowl by Princess Yi Bangja (Rakuzensai) with Signed Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis is a highly significant and rare example of \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"49\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eKorai-yaki\u003c\/b\u003e (Korean-style) pottery, handcrafted by \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"99\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003ePrincess Yi Bangja\u003c\/b\u003e (Princess Masako Nashimoto), the last Crown Princess of Korea. This specific bowl is notable for its exceptionally rare \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"238\" data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003epale greyish-white glaze\u003c\/b\u003e, a departure from the more common tones found in her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe bowl was created at her studio, \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"36\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eRakuzensai (楽善齋)\u003c\/b\u003e, as a commemorative piece. It is designed with a deep reverence for the \"Honka\" (original) Korean tea bowls favored by Japanese tea masters since the 16th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eArtisan \u0026amp; Royal Provenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Princess Yi Bangja was a pivotal historical figure who dedicated her later life to social welfare and the preservation of traditional crafts. Her hand-painted signature is visible on the side of the bowl, and the original wooden box lid is fully inscribed and sealed by her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eAesthetic Rarity:\u003c\/b\u003e The delicate, cool grey-white base color is seldom seen in her repertoire, making this a standout piece for collectors of her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eTea Master's Details:\u003c\/b\u003e The foot (Kodai) features a classic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"58\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\"Kairagi\"\u003c\/b\u003e (crawling glaze) texture, resembling sharkskin. True to the finest traditions, the center of the foot remains intentionally unglazed, a detail highly prized in the Japanese tea ceremony for its rustic, earthy appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eElegant Form:\u003c\/b\u003e The bowl possesses a graceful, widening silhouette with subtle horizontal throwing marks that provide a wonderful tactile experience when held with both hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSize (Approx.):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 14.0 cm \/ 5.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.5 cm \/ 3.0 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 293 g \/ 0.65 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eWooden Box:\u003c\/b\u003e 18.0 x 18.0 x 12.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition. The bowl is well-preserved with a beautiful network of fine \"kannyu\" (crackle) under the glaze. The original wooden box (Tomobako) and the outer commemorative cardboard sleeve are included, showing minimal signs of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003ePlease carefully inspect the high-resolution photos to appreciate the unique \"Kairagi\" texture at the base and the delicate royal signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54); font-family: georgia, serif; text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_dkr=1\u0026amp;iconV2Request=true\u0026amp;_blrs=recall_filtering\u0026amp;_ssn=koedo-sun-art\u0026amp;store_name=koedosunart\u0026amp;LH_All=1\u0026amp;_oac=1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47345657807101,"sku":"g1192586322 6039 KRS168","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/57_b79994e0-c44b-47e6-9ada-b7fe0e44a8d9.jpg?v=1775190094","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/zh\/products\/princess-yi-bangja-rakuzensai-pale-grey-korai-ware-matc-rakuzensai-signed","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}