This early 19th century Bizen sculpture is of a dog sitting on a patch of grass. The slow firing in the kiln has produced a rich, reddish brown color with ash creating splashes of a green glaze to the top of the head and parts of the body. It is in very good condition except for a hairline crack on the right paw.
Dimensions: Height: 5”
This early 20th century Ohi koro incense burner is shaped as a shishi or mythical lion. It has the characteristic Ohi rich amber iron glaze and has been finely crafted with wonderful stylized detailing. There is a carved signature on the base and it comes in the original signed box. Very good condition with a minor chip on a lower tooth.
Dimensions: Height: 5” x 5” x 3 ½”
This early 1900’s glazed stoneware spouted vessel was used to hold soy sauce, vinegar or sake. A wonderful creamy blue ash glaze spills over the deep iron glazed shoulder. Excellent condition.
Dimensions: Height: 11”
Diameter: 7”
This thick natural ash glazed Iga toban or food serving platter was used for the Matcha Tea Ceremony. It has a wonderful irregular shape with remnants from the firing present along the edges. Early 1900’s. Good condition except for normal firing irregularities.
Dimensions: 9” x ½”
