Tea scoop and caseIchio Iori · 1600

  • Art movementJapanese Traditional Craft
  • Creation date1600
  • Dimensions17.0 cm
  • MuseumTachibana Museum

Ichio Iori (1600 – 1676)

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The creator of this tea scoop, Ichio Iori, was a master of the tea ceremony and also a retainer of the shogun in the 17th century. He learned the way of the tea ceremony from Hosokawa Sansai, and started the Ichio branch of the Sansai school. Iori is said to have been good at making tea scoops. This tea scoop is of average length. The storage tube of the scoop is a formal style called “shin”. This is achieved by shaving all over the surface of the bamboo to create a smooth jointless tube. This shin style gives dignity to this piece. It has the inscriptions, “一尾” (Ichio) and “一庵” (Ichian), written on the tube in ink.

About this artwork

  • Title: Tea scoop and case
  • Artist: Ichio Iori
  • Year: 1600
  • Original dimensions: 17.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Tachibana Museum
  • Movement: Japanese Traditional Craft
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Main color: Rosy Brown

Questions & Answers

What are the author and date of "Tea scoop and case"?

"Tea scoop and case" was created by Ichio Iori in 1600.

How big is the original "Tea scoop and case"?

The original "Tea scoop and case" by Ichio Iori measures 17 cm.

Which color stands out most in "Tea scoop and case"?

rosy brown (#9aa2b3) is the leading color of "Tea scoop and case" by Ichio Iori.

How intense are the colors in "Tea scoop and case" by Ichio Iori?

"Tea scoop and case" by Ichio Iori shows a balanced color intensity.

How does the subject of "Tea scoop and case" relate to Ichio Iori's usual themes?

Among Ichio Iori's recorded themes - shogun's patronage, tea ceremony ritual, hosokawa sansai's school, shin style precision, japanese craft legacy, ceremonial object, retainer art symbolism - "Tea scoop and case" brings its own focus on japanese tea ceremony, shogun era art, bamboo craftsmanship, traditional utensils, shin style design, ink inscription art, ceremonial objects.

When was "Tea scoop and case" made?

"Tea scoop and case" dates from 1600. The date places the work within Ichio Iori's career and its era.

Who is the artist behind "Tea scoop and case"?

The artist behind "Tea scoop and case" is Ichio Iori. The work is catalogued under Ichio Iori's name.

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