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This listing is for a reasonably large Hagi-ware vase made around 5-10 years ago and signed ‘Mitsuo’. It is wheel-thrown and has a pale purple appearance, although it’s actually coated in two layers of semi-transparent white glaze. The clay base underneath combined with the white colour of the glaze is what gives it its slightly purple appearance. This type of vase is called a teoke, which is the ‘water pail’ type. It has a round coil-made handle, and the vase is glazed on the interior. The stamp of the potter can be found on the bottom, sorry but no box for this one.
Hagi-ware is a type of high-fired stoneware produced in Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is characterized by its rough clay, bumpy pitted surface, and generous coating of translucent white glaze. It is generally made of very porous clay which results in tiny crackles that absorb tea, so it’s important to soak Hagi-ware thoroughly before use. In time the tea deposits will seep into the glaze, creating a deeper tone. This is often considered a charming characteristic rather than a shortcoming, and it’s precisely the reason why Hagi-ware is so highly regarded in the world of Chado.
Size
H.22.6cm (8.8”) x Dia.11cm (4.3”)
Condition
It’s in very good condition with no chips or cracks and may well be an unused item.
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