HAMADA SHŌJI 濱田庄司 (1894-1978, Living National Treasure, 1955) A Stoneware Chawan (Tea Bowl) Showa era (1926-1989), circa 1960s-1970s Of waisted cylindrical form on a tall foot ring, painted with a lively checker design 3 5/8 x 4 1/8in (9.2 x 10.5cm) Footnotes: Renowned for his earthy glazes, balanced forms, integrity of materials, and devotion to traditional craft, Hamada Shōji was a leading figure of the Mingei ('People's Art') movement. A beloved international ambassador for Japanese craft, he established the small town of Mashiko as a global ceramics center. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing