Vintage Tokoname Sakazuki, Osako Mikio, Hibara kiln, Sake Cup, Choko, Guinomi, Ceramic, Unused,
Tokoname ware is a traditional form of ceramics produced on the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture. Its history includes unglazed wares dating from the late Heian period, and tea utensils became an important part of production from the later Edo period.
Osako Mikio (1940-1995) was born in Usa, Oita Prefecture.
He studied pottery under Sawada Yoshiharu (1909-1994) and Ezaki Issei (1918-1992) at the Tokoname Ceramic Research Institute from 1968 to 1982.
He established his own kiln, Hibara Kiln, in 1982.
His work received a number of awards during his career.
He was a designated traditional craftsman and a member of the Japan Kogei Association.
It comes with its Tomobako (original signed paulownia box), its Tomonuno (original artist-stamped cloth), and an artist-provided leaflet.
It was made by Osako Mikio between January 1 and 3, 1987, and bears his signature.
Measurement
Diameter: 8.4cm – 8.8cm / Approx. 3 5/16” – 3 15/32”
Height: 3.5cm – 3.8cm / Approx. 1 3/8” – 1 1/2”
Thickness: 0.4cm / Approx. 0 5/32″
Weight: 76g
Age: January 1-3, 1987; signed by the artist.
Material: Pottery
Color: Tokoname Water Green, Light Olive Green, Elephant Skin, Powder Blue, Light Gray, Burnt Umber, Cafe Au Lait, Raw Umber
Technique: Tokoname Yakishime, Bidoro glaze (glass-like ash glaze)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition consistent with age. (Unused)
* Tomobako (original signed paulownia box).
* Artist-provided leaflet
* Tomonuno (original artist-stamped cloth)
* Inscription (Refer to No. 9 photo)
* No chips, cracks, scratches, or blemishes.
* Stone bursts on the surface.
* Light discoloration on the box due to long-term storage. (Refer to No. 10 photo)
* Light scratches 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.
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