Vintage Bizen Chaire Tea Caddy, Kimura Toho, Toshoen, Naikai Chaire, Hidasuki, Unused or Very Lightly Used,
Bizen ware is one of Japan’s traditional pottery traditions and has a history of more than 1,000 years.
This Chaire was made by the Bizen artist Kimura Toho, born in 1927.
Toshoen Kiln was established in 1913 by his father, Kimura Shoji.
He succeeded to the kiln in 1962. His works are characterized by strong, simple forms and varied Bizen firing effects.
This Chaire shows distinctive Hidasuki colors and patterns.
It comes with its original lid, original shifuku, original guarantee certificate issued by Iwataya Department Store, original note identifying the shifuku fabric pattern, and Tomobako (original signed paulownia box).
This Naikai Chaire by Kimura Toho is larger than many examples of the same form made by other potters.
Measurement
Opening Diameter: 4.2cm / Approx. 1 21/32”
Body: 8cm / Approx. 3 5/32”
Height without lid: 4.3cm / Approx. 1 11/16”
Height: 5.1cm / Approx. 2 1/64”
Weight (Incl the Lid): 98g
Age: -2000s
Seller: Iwataya Department Store (The current Iwataya Mitsukoshi Ltd.)
Material: Pottery
Lid: Original Lid
Shifuku: Silk
Shifuku Pattern: Iyosudare Donsu (Shimaji Umebachi Donsu)
Shifuku cord: Long length
Color: Vanilla, Cork, Bronze, Amber
Shape: Naikai
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or very lightly used)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Original shifuku
* Original lid
* Original guarantee certificate issued by Iwataya Department Store
* Original note identifying the shifuku fabric pattern
* Protective cloth
* No chips, cracks, or visible blemishes.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 8 photo)
* Minor scratches, wood sap, and discoloration 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.
