Vintage Japanese Hand Painted Indigo Spiral Yunomi Tea Cup 3"W

Vintage Japanese yunomi with expressive indigo sometsuke brushwork

Japan, mid Shōwa period (circa 1950–1970)
Dimensions: 3"W x 2 3/8"H (7.6 x 6 cm)
Weight: 5.1 oz

A beautifully hand-painted vintage Japanese yunomi tea cup featuring vivid indigo spiraling floral brushwork in the traditional 染付 (sometsuke) cobalt underglaze style. The lively circular forms and radiating brush marks reflect an energetic and spontaneous hand, celebrating the beauty of everyday craft traditions.

The cup has a soft, subtly textured glazed interior and a satisfying tapering form that feels comfortable in the hand. The slight diffusion of pigment and natural kiln speckling emphasize its handmade character, aligned with the philosophy of the 民芸 (Mingei) folk craft movement.

Marked on the base with a rectangular blue kiln or artist seal, adding authenticity and collectible interest. Perfect for tea ceremony practice, daily tea drinking, or as part of a curated display of Japanese ceramics.

Overall clean vintage condition with expected light kiln artifacts typical of studio production.