This classic tea ceramics special publication from the Nezu Museum in Tokyo focuses on the rare masterpieces of the first three generations of the Raku family—first-generation Chōjirō, second-generation Jōkei (Nonkō), and third-generation Dōnyū—while rigorously selecting 100 representative tea bowls from the museum's collection. Through plates and detailed explanations, it systematically presents the golden transmission and aesthetic essence of Raku ware from the Momoyama period to the early Edo period, serving as a precious visual compendium for Raku ware researchers and tea ceremony enthusiasts. The catalog begins with masterpieces from the first three generations of Raku, followed by a selection of 100 bowls from the collection in the latter half, classified by era, style, and artisan. Each piece is accompanied by detailed dimensions, provenance, appraisal commentary, and close-up plates, from the profound austerity of black Raku and the gentle warmth of red Raku to comparative works from other schools (such as Takatori and Karatsu), all showcasing the depth and breadth of the Nezu Museum's collection.
