Edo Period Ko-Sanda Celadon Lobed Teapot (Kyusu)

Story

In 18th-century Japan, potters in Settsu Province cracked the code to replicating prized Chinese Longquan celadon. Using local porcelain stone, Sanda kilns produced glowing, jade-like wares that became status symbols among sencha tea masters. This lobed teapot reflects the height of Edo-period literary tea culture.

Maker / Origin

The Sanda kilns were established in the late 18th century under the patronage of the Kuki clan of the Sanda Domain. Master potters like Kanda Sobei helped elevate Sanda celadon (Ko-Sanda) to national fame, competing directly with Kyoto and Nabeshima wares for aristocratic favor until production declined in the Meiji era.

Condition & Value

Appears to be in remarkably fine vintage-to-antique condition with clean glaze surfaces. Minor natural kiln iron spots and unglazed contact wear at the lid rim are consistent with period production. Excellent preservation strongly supports higher collector value.