Bunga Yamamoto, Arita Porcelain Faceted Mug, Pale Blue-White Glaze, 250 ml - Porcelain - Bunga Yamamoto - Japan - Reiwa period (2019 - present)
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Bunga Yamamoto’s Arita porcelain faceted mug with a pale blue‑white glaze and turquoise accents, approximately 8 cm high, 9.5 cm diameter, and a capacity of around 250 ml, in excellent condition and original/official."
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A Sculptural Everyday Cup: Bunga Yamamoto's Faceted Arita Porcelain Mug
– A contemporary Arita porcelain mug by Bunga Yamamoto, born in Imari in 1963
– Faceted, flaring body under a pale blue-white glaze, with deeper turquoise accents
– Approximately 8 cm high and 9.5 cm across the rim, holding around 250 ml
Summary: A porcelain mug from Arita, Japan's historic porcelain town, by the ceramic artist Bunga Yamamoto. It measures approximately 8 cm in height and 9.5 cm across the rim, with a capacity of around 250 ml – a comfortable size for a morning tea or coffee. The body flares from a compact, faceted base to a broad, gently irregular rim, and the whole piece is dressed in a soft blue-white glaze that deepens to turquoise around the lower section. The underside carries the signature 文雅.
This is a cup made to be used, and its character reveals itself in the hand. The faceted lower body gives the fingers something to settle against, while the wide, slightly uneven rim opens the cup up like a flower. The handle ends in a flowing curl – a small flourish that turns a practical feature into a decorative one.
The glaze rewards a closer look. Over the angular planes of the body, the pale blue-white catches the light differently on every facet, so the colour seems to shift as the mug is turned. Lower down, deeper turquoise gathers in the recesses, adding a quiet rhythm of colour without breaking the calm of the overall design.
Arita is best known for richly painted porcelain, yet Yamamoto takes a different path. Born in Imari, Saga Prefecture, in 1963, he graduated from the design department of Arita Technical High School in 1981, and his work is associated with an individual approach to form. Here there is no painted pattern at all: the interest lies entirely in shape, glaze and the meeting of sculpture and function.
Between uses, the mug holds its own on an open shelf, a kitchen dresser or a desk, where its asymmetric profile reads almost as a small piece of sculpture. It would sit equally well among modern tableware or alongside traditional Japanese ceramics.
The mug is in good condition, with no major damage noted. Natural variations in the glaze are part of its handmade character. Please view the images closely for the overall condition.
A thoughtful piece of modern Arita porcelain, made for daily ritual and quiet display alike.
This listing contains AI Visualisations. Please refer to the original photographs for the actual object condition.
Shipping & Handling
We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller Guarantee
We specialise in authentic Japanese ceramics and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.
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Seller's Story
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I primarily handle Japanese antiques, as well as Western antiques, art pieces, and pre-loved items that have been cherished in Japan. Growing up in a family of historians—my grandfather was a historian and my father was an archaeologist—I have always been captivated by the eras and stories these historic objects and works of art carry with them.
My listings feature collections from both Japan and the West, pieces that have stood the test of time and remained beloved through the ages. Through these rare treasures, I hope to share with you the delight of ownership and discovery. As a professional, I strive for honest and sincere transactions to ensure customer satisfaction, always leveraging my experience and eye for quality.
I strongly believe in not letting buyers down, so I describe items as accurately and thoroughly as possible, prioritizing secure and careful packaging. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. It would be my pleasure to help enrich your collecting experience.
Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to doing business with you.
A Sculptural Everyday Cup: Bunga Yamamoto's Faceted Arita Porcelain Mug
– A contemporary Arita porcelain mug by Bunga Yamamoto, born in Imari in 1963
– Faceted, flaring body under a pale blue-white glaze, with deeper turquoise accents
– Approximately 8 cm high and 9.5 cm across the rim, holding around 250 ml
Summary: A porcelain mug from Arita, Japan's historic porcelain town, by the ceramic artist Bunga Yamamoto. It measures approximately 8 cm in height and 9.5 cm across the rim, with a capacity of around 250 ml – a comfortable size for a morning tea or coffee. The body flares from a compact, faceted base to a broad, gently irregular rim, and the whole piece is dressed in a soft blue-white glaze that deepens to turquoise around the lower section. The underside carries the signature 文雅.
This is a cup made to be used, and its character reveals itself in the hand. The faceted lower body gives the fingers something to settle against, while the wide, slightly uneven rim opens the cup up like a flower. The handle ends in a flowing curl – a small flourish that turns a practical feature into a decorative one.
The glaze rewards a closer look. Over the angular planes of the body, the pale blue-white catches the light differently on every facet, so the colour seems to shift as the mug is turned. Lower down, deeper turquoise gathers in the recesses, adding a quiet rhythm of colour without breaking the calm of the overall design.
Arita is best known for richly painted porcelain, yet Yamamoto takes a different path. Born in Imari, Saga Prefecture, in 1963, he graduated from the design department of Arita Technical High School in 1981, and his work is associated with an individual approach to form. Here there is no painted pattern at all: the interest lies entirely in shape, glaze and the meeting of sculpture and function.
Between uses, the mug holds its own on an open shelf, a kitchen dresser or a desk, where its asymmetric profile reads almost as a small piece of sculpture. It would sit equally well among modern tableware or alongside traditional Japanese ceramics.
The mug is in good condition, with no major damage noted. Natural variations in the glaze are part of its handmade character. Please view the images closely for the overall condition.
A thoughtful piece of modern Arita porcelain, made for daily ritual and quiet display alike.
This listing contains AI Visualisations. Please refer to the original photographs for the actual object condition.
Shipping & Handling
We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller Guarantee
We specialise in authentic Japanese ceramics and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.
1816
Seller's Story
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I primarily handle Japanese antiques, as well as Western antiques, art pieces, and pre-loved items that have been cherished in Japan. Growing up in a family of historians—my grandfather was a historian and my father was an archaeologist—I have always been captivated by the eras and stories these historic objects and works of art carry with them.
My listings feature collections from both Japan and the West, pieces that have stood the test of time and remained beloved through the ages. Through these rare treasures, I hope to share with you the delight of ownership and discovery. As a professional, I strive for honest and sincere transactions to ensure customer satisfaction, always leveraging my experience and eye for quality.
I strongly believe in not letting buyers down, so I describe items as accurately and thoroughly as possible, prioritizing secure and careful packaging. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. It would be my pleasure to help enrich your collecting experience.
Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to doing business with you.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Reiwa period (2019 - present)
Number of objects
1
Artist
Bunga Yamamoto
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Porcelain
Height
8 cm
Width
9.5 cm
Title of artwork
Bunga Yamamoto, Arita Porcelain Faceted Mug, Pale Blue-White Glaze, 250 ml
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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