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Japanese Royal Porcelain Heritage: 13th Imaizumi Imaemon (Living National Treasure) Iro-Nabeshima 6-Person Demitasse Set with Signed Tomobako Box
Presenting an extraordinary, museum-grade 6-person demitasse coffee cup and saucer set crafted by the revered 13th Imaizumi Imaemon (1926–2001), designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure / 人間国宝) of Japan in 1989.
1. The Sacred Royal Kiln: 350 Years of Nabeshima Ware (鍋島焼)Nabeshima porcelain holds a unique status in Japanese ceramic history. Established in the 17th century under the direct patronage of the Nabeshima Clan, its production was kept strictly secret. Nabeshima porcelain was never sold to the public or exported to common merchants—it was crafted exclusively as presentation gifts for the Tokugawa Shogun, the Imperial Court, and top feudal lords (Daimyo).
2. Living National Treasure Mastercraft: 13th Imaizumi Imaemon (13代 今泉今右衛門)As the 13th generation successor of the historic Imaemon kiln, the master elevated classical "Iro-Nabeshima" (overglaze colored enamel on underglaze blue) into modern fine art. He pioneered specialized blowout glaze techniques (Fukizumi and Usukumo) and received the prestigious Living National Treasure designation in 1989.
3. Complete 6-Person Master Estate Set with Signed TomobakoThis rare full set offers unprecedented investment value for high-end porcelain collectors:- Full 6-Person Demitasse Set: 6 demitasse cups and 6 matching saucers adorned with delicate underglaze cobalt blue and brilliant overglaze red enamel floral patterns ("Nishiki Zomehana").- Original Signed Wooden Box (Tomobako 共箱): Inscribed and stamped with red wax seal by 13th Imaemon himself ("錦染花 珈琲碗"), providing 100% indisputable provenance.- Official Lineage Brochure: Preserved inside the box detailing the master's awards and historical context.
4. Product Specifications- Artisan: 13th Imaizumi Imaemon (13代 今泉今右衛門 - Living National Treasure)- Style: Iro-Nabeshima (色鍋島) / Arita Porcelain- Motif: Nishiki Zomehana Floral Design (錦染花)- Set Contents: 6 Demitasse Cups, 6 Saucers, Signed Tomobako Box, Official Pamphlet- Condition: Flawless Vintage (Zero Chips, Cracks, or Repairs)- Origin: Saga Prefecture, Japan
A prestigious centerpiece combining 350 years of Shogunal porcelain heritage, Living National Treasure mastery, and complete provenance verification.
