Ceramic Shochu Bottle raku tea bowl The dramatic surface variation of

The dramatic surface variation of the glaze combined with its modest shape gives way to a modern sense of beauty

During this festival people write wishes on colourful strips of paper and hang them from bamboo branches

1942) is a sanuki take-ittobori master craftsman from Kagawa Prefecture in Shikoku

over time the colour will change and become darker

It is hand-turned and coated in transparent white glaze which not only adds strength to the bowl

Ceramic Shochu Bottle raku tea bowl The dramatic surface variation of*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a ceramic shochu bottle made around 20 years ago. This piece has a nice tall shape and is decorated with various flower motifs against a slightly textured black glazed background. It still has its original cork, but the cork doesnt fit well and is incredibly difficult to push down. This piece would make a wonderful vase