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This listing is for a pair of Mino-ware serving bowls made around 20 years ago by Ariko Gama.  They are made of stoneware slip and the interior of both bowls is decorated with a raised celadon-coloured swirl pattern.   The rims are scalloped and they have a nice deep shape for serving salads and pasta.  The signature of the kiln can be found on the bottom of each bowl. 

Mino-ware refers to pottery produced in what was formerly the old Mino Province, which is modern day Gifu Prefecture. Early examples of Mino-ware were predominantly ash-glazed stoneware pieces. Later however the use of the potter’s wheel, as well as a greater variety of glazes, began to characterize what is often thought to ideally represent Mino pottery today. Larger production kilns like Kozan Gama in Gifu Prefecture produce wares similar to Imari and Arita-ware. Various other kilns specialize in producing budget priced tableware, along with high end wares for various brand name stores and franchises around the country such as Tachikichi in Kyoto.

Celadon refers to a type of glaze as well as a specific type of ware, both are characterized by a very pale green, powder blue, or grey-blue colour. The colour largely depends on the presence of iron in the clay and of iron oxide, manganese oxide, and quartz particles in the glaze. Firing conditions in the kiln also play a big role in determining colour.

Size

H.6.2cm (2.4”) x Dia.21.1cm (8.3”)

Condition

Both bowls are in excellent condition with no chips or cracks and are an unused item.

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**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

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