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This listing is for a pair of Karatsu-ware yunomi made around 20 years ago by Hiari Gama.  They are wheel-thrown and decorated with an iron oxide pine needle pattern. They have a slightly hourglass shape with a flared rim, and are very suitable for daily use. The stamp of the kiln can be found on the bottom of each cup, and they come with their original signed wooden storage box. 

Hiari Gama opened during the Showa period and is now headed by the second generation master, Tsuruta Yutaka. The first generation was famous potter, Tsuruta Toyoki. Hiari Gama consists of a noborigama climbing kiln, and both generations are known for producing quality tableware and splendid tea ware. Tsuruta Toyoki won several awards for his exquisitely designed and hand-painted chawan and vases. The Hiari Gama stamp consists of three dots and a line, however both generations have their own distinctive signatures for their high end tea ware.  **Fellow sellers, this information was researched by Kominka Zakka cannot be used in your own listings.

Karatsu-ware is a style of pottery produced in and around Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, Japan. It’s known for its sturdiness and simple style. This type of pottery is made from clay high in iron and can be undecorated or decorated with an iron-based underglaze, giving an earthy, simple, and natural feeling to the pieces. Karatsu-ware features a rich variety of products, including rice bowls, plates, jars, vases and other general items for everyday living.

Sizes

Box:  H.8cm (3.1”) x 16.8cm (6.6”) x 10.4cm (4”)

Larger Cup:  H.7.3cm (2.8”) x Dia.6.1cm (2.4”)

Smaller Cup:  H.7.1cm (2.7”) x Dia.6.2cm (2.4”)

Condition

Both cups are in very good condition with no chips or cracks.

THESE ARE SHIPPING ESTIMATES BASED ON THE CURRENT GLOBAL SITUATION                                                                 

**Germany, France, Greece, Spain, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Lithuania, Slovenia:  NO SHIPPING.  Very strict and expensive packaging laws in place and we are not licensed to send products to these countries.  We have no plan to register at this time because the process is in some cases very expensive and complicated, plus each country has its own set of regulations and application process. 

**USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway: Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-28 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Asia:  Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-21 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

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

**Russia:  No shipping methods available.