Vintage Shino Guinomi, Kato Kanji, Ouji Kiln, Sake Cup, Choko, Ceramics, Shinoyu-glaze, Unused,
KC-082301
Shino ware is a type of Mino ware produced in the southeastern part of Gifu Prefecture. This type of pottery ware was usually decorated with underglaze iron painting and covered with white feldspathic glaze.
The Shino kiln produced tableware which included mainly tea ceremony utensils. – Quote from A Dictionary of Japanese Art Terms
Ouji Kiln is producing potteries since middle of Edo era (1680-1800). They use clay in Seto area and they use own glaze recipe.
They are specialized in Shino, Oribe and Kaiyu.
They are oldest Noborigama in Seto area.
This sake cup was made by Kanji Kato (Born in 1927).
He was one of famous Shino artist and a mast of Ouji Kiln..
He got the many prizes like the top award of Japan Artist Group (JAG) Exhibition.
Currently Kato Soya became a head of the kiln and lead the kiln.
It is simple, strong, plain and elegant wabi-sabi style.
You are able to use the sake cup for all seasons.
It comes with original paulownia box, original cloth and original guide paper. (Unused)
We got it from our friend.
We did not see any sign of using. And also, she does not drink alcohol.
Measurement
Diameter: 7cm / Approx. 2 3/4”
Height: 5cm / Approx. 1 31/32″
Thickness: 0.7cm / Approx. 0 9/32”
Weight: 105g
Age: – 1980s
Material: Pottery
Color: Shino Brown Red, Shino White
Technique: Shinoyu-glaze, Kannu
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age (Unused)
* Original paulownia box.
* Original guide paper.
* Original cloth.
* Inscription. (Refer to No. 9 photo)
* Wood nail on the box.
* No chips, no cracks, no scratches and no blemishes.
* Light discoloration on the box due to long term storage.
* You may find “minor scratch” on kodai (the base section of a guinomi).
*** If you have any questions about the condition or would like additional photos, please contact us before purchasing. ***
