An Antique Kyo-ware Tea Bowl Attributed to Ninsei
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- Era:
- Edo
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- $1,250
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A beautiful old Kyo-ware tea bowl slightly elongated on one end producing an interesting and unique effect. The collector who furnished the box labeled it as being by the legendary potter Ninsei (17th C.). Though the potter’s mark suggests this could be the case, there is no way to confirm for certain other than by its age and undeniably elegant craftsmanship. Believing it to be quite precious, the previous owner bestowed it with the poetic name "Ibitsu" which means "warped" or "curved."
In fine antique condition with one very faint hairline that we thought would not be benefitted by a gold repair, this tea bowl is 5.3 inches in diameter at its widest point (13.5cm), and stands 2.75 inches tall (7cm). It comes with a period wood collector’s box and with a protective silk pouch (shifuku). *** International shipping & Insurance included in price.
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