KOBEI Kiln Christmas Series - Blue Santa Claus and Reindeer Ornament / 幸兵衛窯 青釉クリスマスオーナメント Jin-35 eternal dance

eternal dance

Slight variations in colour

hand-painted details

The true beauty of NINSHU's pottery lies in its hand-shaped forms

Most Hagi ware is made as tea bowls

KOBEI Kiln Christmas Series - Blue Santa Claus and Reindeer Ornament / 幸兵衛窯 青釉クリスマスオーナメント Jin-35 eternal danceFounded in 1804 in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, Kobei Kiln () has long played a vital role in preserving the Mino ware tradition and once served as an official supplier to Edo Castle. Now led by the eighth generation Kato Ryotaro (), the kiln has earned global acclaimincluding recognition as a Living National Treasurefor its exceptional craftsmanship and revival of ancient techniques. The kiln continues to shape future artisanseach piece is