Brasier, old pine design with green glaze

Collection NumberA000289
TitleBrasier, old pine design with green glaze
DateLate Edo period, 19th century
Artist, Kiln, Workshop瀬戸窯 Seto ware
Name of prefectures & citiesSeto city, Aichi prefecture, Japan
Description of works【Brazier in auspicious evergreen】
 Bingake is a type of hibachi or koburo (brazier) used for boiling water in a cast iron kettle. This bingake is coated with a vivid green glaze called rusuyu, which was used in Seto during the Edo period. The decoration covering the entire body is made of clay molded into the shape of a mature pine tree.
 Considering that unryu (dragons ascending in clouds) is the most popular design for rusuyu works, this piece with its mature pine motif is a rarity.

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