{"product_id":"yuzo-kondo-sometsuke-teacup-set-yunomi","title":"Yuzo Kondo - Sometsuke Teacup Set (Yunomi)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"68\"\u003eSometsuke\u003c\/i\u003e (blue and white porcelain) offers a profound, meditative stillness. The contrast of brilliant cobalt blue against pure white porcelain has fascinated the world for centuries. Yuzo Kondo (1902–1985), a Living National Treasure, redefined this traditional craft. He transformed it from mere decoration into highly expressive, painterly art. To hold his work is to experience the absolute peak of Japanese blue and white ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e1. The Master \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eYuzo Kondo was designated a Living National Treasure in 1977. He broke away from the rigid, conventional patterns of traditional Sometsuke by incorporating dynamic, large-scale sketches into his work. His mentor once told him that to be a great potter, one must first learn to draw. Taking this to heart, Kondo developed a signature style—now known as \"Kondo Sometsuke\"—that elevated blue and white porcelain to the realm of fine art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e2. The Motifs: Pomegranate and Landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThis pair of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003eYunomi\u003c\/i\u003e (teacups) features his two most iconic, hand-painted motifs: the Pomegranate and the Mountain Landscape (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"125\"\u003eSansui\u003c\/i\u003e). In Eastern philosophy, the pomegranate is a powerful symbol of prosperity, fertility, and abundant life. Kondo’s brushstrokes are not merely decorative; they possess a vigorous, sweeping energy that brings the fruits and the mountains to life across the white canvas. The pure cobalt blue provides a striking contrast, showcasing the master's profound control over his brush and the kiln's fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e3. The Philosophy of the Daily Vessel \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhile Kondo created massive, monumental display pieces, his true philosophy is most intimately felt in vessels meant for daily use. A \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"134\"\u003eYunomi\u003c\/i\u003e is designed to be cradled in the palms. The slight thickness of the porcelain retains the heat of the tea, while the smooth surface offers a moment of tactile comfort. It is a daily instrument of mindfulness, proving that true luxury is found in the objects we touch every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e4. How it lives with you \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eBringing this pair of teacups into your space elevates the simple act of drinking tea into a grounding ritual. The crisp, minimalist aesthetic of blue and white integrates flawlessly into Japandi or modern interiors. Sharing a cup of tea with a loved one using these masterworks invites a moment of shared stillness. It is not just an acquisition of art; it is the addition of a quiet, beautiful rhythm to your daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e(Includes original wooden box)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOU WORLD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52478806819092,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/4334\/0564\/files\/IMG_4047.jpg?v=1778200077","url":"https:\/\/souworldjapan.com\/de\/products\/yuzo-kondo-sometsuke-teacup-set-yunomi","provider":"SOU WORLD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}