Vintage Takatori Chaire Tea Caddy, Shimizu Shigeo, Naikai Chaire, Unused or Very Lightly Used,
Shimizu Shigeo (1905-1970) was a ceramic artist from Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture, Japan. He was born in Yokkaichi City in 1905. At the age of 16, he began studying pottery under his brother, Shimizu Rakuzan. In 1931, he opened his own kiln in Hongocho-cho, Yokkaichi City, and devoted himself to producing Tang Dynasty-style ceramics. He passed away in November 1970.
Our relative purchased this Chaire in 1965.
This Naikai Chaire has a smooth surface, a balanced form, and subtle wabi-sabi colors.
It comes with its original shifuku and its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box).
Measurement
Opening Diameter: 4.3cm / Approx. 1 11/16”
Body: 7.8cm / Approx. 3 5/64”
Height without lid: 4.8cm / Approx. 1 57/64”
Height: 5.3cm / Approx. 2 3/32”
Weight (Incl the Lid): 118g
Age: 1965
Material: Pottery
Color: Dark Brown, Brown, Burnt Umber, Water Green
Shape: Naikai
Lid: Original Lid
Shifuku pattern: Iyosudare
Shifuku cord: Nagao / long cord
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused or very lightly used)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box)
* Original shifuku
* Original lid
* Retailer-provided note identifying the shifuku fabric pattern
* Protective cloth
* No chips, cracks, scratches, or visible blemishes.
* Inscription (Refer to No. 9 photo)
* Very little 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.
