{"product_id":"teisai-hokuba-swallows-and-peonies-edo-period-surimono-art-mug-japanese-museum-collection-11oz-15oz","title":"Teisai Hokuba \"Swallows and Peonies,\"  Edo-period Surimono Art Mug, Japanese Museum Collection (11oz, 15oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart your morning with a piece of Edo-period Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreated around 1820 by \u003cstrong\u003eTeisai Hokuba\u003c\/strong\u003e (亭斎北馬, 1771–1844) — a direct pupil of the legendary Katsushika Hokusai — this exquisite \u003cem\u003esurimono\u003c\/em\u003e woodblock print was among the most refined and intimate art forms of the Edo world. Never sold commercially, surimono were commissioned by poets and gifted only among scholars and connoisseurs. Two swallows cut through cold spring air above white and red peonies. Hokuba painted no outlines — only light, gradation, and the quiet scent of spring rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis ceramic mug brings that same quiet elegance to your daily ritual. The artwork is printed on \u003cstrong\u003eboth sides\u003c\/strong\u003e, so whether you hold your mug in your right hand or your left, Hokuba's swallows are always flying toward you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeld today in the permanent collection of the \u003cstrong\u003eMetropolitan Museum of Art, New York\u003c\/strong\u003e (H. O. Havemeyer Collection, 1929).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhD-curated. Museum-verified. Real Japan.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted on both sides — right-handed and left-handed friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality ceramic mug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11oz standard size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrowave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant, fade-resistant print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe perfect gift for art lovers, Japan enthusiasts, bird lovers, and anyone who believes that morning coffee deserves museum-quality company.\u003c\/em\u003eWarm mornings, slow-sipping afternoons, and quiet kitchen light—this glossy ceramic mug brings a gentle, nostalgic rhythm to everyday rituals. The soft, vintage-inspired artwork wraps around the white ceramic, adding a touch of handcrafted charm without shouting for attention. It feels sturdy in your hand, the C-shaped handle balancing the weight of a full cup, while bright, lasting inks keep the image clear wash after wash. Use it when you need a calm moment with tea or coffee, or leave it on a windowsill as a small, comforting accent for a cozy nook.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Microwave-safe for reheating drinks and soups\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Vibrant, long-lasting color reproduction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Glossy white ceramic finish with comfortable C-handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Available in 11oz and 15oz; lead- and BPA-free\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Clean in dishwasher or wash by hand with warm water and dish soap\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Printify","offers":[{"title":"11oz","offer_id":47298259353771,"sku":"48395828969800637826","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/0282\/5131\/files\/6418193756434467241_2048.jpg?v=1782540981","url":"https:\/\/coolyjapan.com\/products\/teisai-hokuba-swallows-and-peonies-edo-period-surimono-art-mug-japanese-museum-collection-11oz-15oz","provider":"Cooly Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}