18th century white glazed Delft vase cup 16th-19th century

This is Delftware from around the 17th-18th century. The thick, yogurt-like white color, which is achieved by adding tin to a transparent glaze, became the base for the development of blue and white and colored painting. Delftware clay, fired at low temperatures, is brittle and crumbles over time. Plain white Delftware is like a canvas on which time is recorded.

It became popular in Europe during the Age of Discovery and was originally made as an ointment container, but in Japan it has been highly valued since the Edo period as a cup or water jar for the tea ceremony.

This piece is made of soft earthenware and has a smooth white surface that looks like it has been covered in yogurt. It feels soft to the touch and reflects beautiful shadows. The fraying and burnt stains that appear over time actually enhance the charm of the piece. These changes over time are a unique charm of Delftware.

There was no leakage during a one-hour water leakage test, but since this is an old product, we cannot guarantee that it will not leak for long periods of time.