This is the latest creation from Shoryu Tenmoku. The body is adorned with Shoryu Tenmoku's signature coloring and features an elegant floral pattern. The lid is crafted with the popular gold finish, adding a touch of luxury.In recent years, the rising cost of gold has increased raw material prices, making this piece particularly rare and valuable.The teapot is equipped with a Ceramesh ceramic tea strainer, designed for smooth and flavorful tea brewing.[Tokoname Ware]Tokoname Ware is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, with origins dating back to the late Heian period.A defining characteristic of Tokoname Ware is its use of iron-rich clay sourced from the Chita Peninsula. This clay's natural properties allow the iron content to produce a distinctive red hue when fired, known as Shudei, a signature color of Tokoname ceramics.