Vintage Tokoname, Japanese Yunomi Tea Cup, Osako Mikio, Tokoname Ware, Hibara Kiln, Unused,
Tokoname ware is produced on the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture. Its history of unglazed earthenware reaches back to the late Heian period, and later Tokoname production included a wide range of everyday vessels and tea utensils.
Osako Mikio (1940-1995) was born in Usa, Oita. He studied pottery under Sawada Yoshiharu (1909-1994) and Ezaki Issei (1918-1992) at the Tokoname Ceramic Research Institute from 1968 to 1982, and established his own Hibara Kiln in 1982. He received a number of awards, was a METI-designated traditional craftsperson, and was a member of the Japan Kogei Association.
Our father was fond of this artist’s work and collected several pieces.
Measurement
Diameter: 7.5cm / Approx. 2 61/64”
Width: 8cm / Approx. 3 5/32″
Height: 8cm / Approx. 3 5/32″
Thickness: 0.5cm / Approx. 0 13/64″
Weight: 185g
* Yunomi Size
Age: 1984-1990
Material: Pottery
Color: Mahogany, Cafe Au Lait, Bronze, Burnt Umber, Charcoal Gray
Technique: Yakishime
Firing Effects: Yohen
Surface Features: Ishihaze
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Tomonuno (original artist-stamped cloth)
* Artist-provided leaflet
* No chips, cracks, scratches, or blemishes.
* Stone bursts on the surface.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 9 photo)
* Almost no discoloration due to sun on the box. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* The base of the piece comes into contact with surfaces, so minor contact marks may be present.
If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing.
