19th century Japanese chaire (tea caddy for storing powdered green tea used in tea ceremony) in a shape of a storage jar with narrow waist and wider shoulders, and 2 mock ring handles. Old Bizen ware with characteristic dark brown clay bearing the marks of potter’s fingers as he was turning the piece on a wheel. Typical Japanese elliptical lines on the bottom left by a string used to cut the item off the turning wheel. Possibly marked by the bottom - see the detail on Enlargement 1. Beautiful Japanese kintsugi (golden lacquer) restoration to the rim adding character to the piece. Comes with very well made shifuku (silk brocade storage bag). Bone cover lined with gold leaf paper on the inside. Wonderful feel of age Height with cover 3 5/8 inches.

Reserve: $225.00

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