Kosometsuke Copy, Open Fan Incense Container (Kosometsuke Utsushi, Kaisen Kogo) Izumi Kiln, Third Generation Tokusen Nishimura Material: Porcelain (Sometsuke) Design: Open fan shape with wave pattern Accessories: Presentation box, provenance certificate, kiln mark • Kosometsuke Copy This is a copy modeled after "Kosometsuke," which was fired in Jingdezhen during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties and widely imported to Japan. It reproduces the shades of cobalt blue and the slightly blurred brushstrokes. • Open Fan Shape The expanding shape symbolizes good fortune, and when combined with the wave pattern, it represents "infinite expansion, longevity, and prosperity." This design is often used in tea ceremonies for the New Year, celebrations, and spring arrangements. • Tokusen Mark The pottery mark "Tokusen" is on the bottom. The included provenance certificate also bears the signature of "Third Generation Tokusen Nishimura," confirming the authenticity of the work. • Usage Incense containers are tea utensils used throughout the year, both in the ro and furo. This piece is made of porcelain and has a refreshing feel, making it particularly suitable for summer and water-themed arrangements. Izumi Kiln is a renowned kiln in Higashiyama, Kyoto. Since the first generation, it has produced tea ceramics such as sometsuke and Shonzui copies, earning high praise among tea masters. The Third Generation Tokusen Nishimura was active from the Showa to Heisei eras and is known for his refined craftsmanship while inheriting tradition. Produced around the late Showa to early Heisei periods (1970s-1990s) - Design: Ceramic container with a blue wave pattern in a fan shape - Material: Ceramic - Shape: Set of a triangular plate and a fan-shaped lid - Accessories: Comes with a red box and an instruction manual Thank you for viewing.