*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS.

This listing is for a Kyo-ware chawan made around 20 years ago by noted potter, Yoshizo Asami IV.  It is wheel-thrown and features Karatsu-style glaze over a high-fired stoneware base.  This piece has a nice deep shape for whisking, and fits comfortably in the hand.  The signature of the potter can be found on the bottom, sorry no box for this one.  *PLEASE NOTE THAT THE BAMBOO TEA SCOOP IS NOT INCLUDED.

Yoshizo Asami IV (b.1961) extends from a long line of potters and works out of Yoshimine Gama in Kyoto.  His grandfather was the second son of Asami Gorosuke II, and the 1st generation master of the Yoshimine family kiln.  After the 2nd generation master passed away, he began studying under his uncle who became the 3rd generation master.  He also studied under his grandfather and Kiyomizu Rokubei VI.  In 1992 his uncle passed away, so Yoshizo succeeded him as the 4th generation master of the family kiln.  He is best known for his hand-painted depictions of seasonal motifs such as sparrows in snowfall, blossoms in spring; courtesy of time spent with the prestigious Rokubei family.  **Fellow sellers, this information was researched by Kominka Zakka and cannot be used in your own listings.

Kyo-ware originated in the 17th century in Kyoto and features overglaze enamel pigments on a porcelain base. The porcelain base acts as white canvas, allowing for beautiful and superior quality designs to be painted. Kyo-ware artisans traditionally produced chawan and utensils for the tea ceremony, however contemporary potters specialize in tableware, tea ceremony items, incense holders, and okimono. Kyo-ware was designated as a traditional craft in 1977.

Size

H.7.5cm (2.9”) x Dia.12.3cm (4.8”)

Condition

It’s in very good condition aside from a miniscule chip on the rim, please refer to the last photo.  There are hints of use on the interior so it is a used chawan.

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.