【M-033】 Black Satsuma Marujyu Mark Small Bowl, Late Edo Period - Early Meiji Era This is a black Satsuma small bowl, clearly marked with the "Marujyu" crest of the Shimazu family, the lords of the Satsuma domain. The black-brown iron glaze creates natural variations, displaying a wabi-sabi aesthetic. It is believed to have been made around the late Edo period to the early Meiji era, and was likely used in tea ceremonies or as everyday tableware. Condition: No cracks or chips Size: Diameter 17cm x Height 9.5cm Clay: High iron content, coarse texture Glaze: Black-brown, with some glaze runs Mark: Marujyu mark (Shimazu family crest) Genuine black Satsuma ware has become increasingly popular both domestically and internationally in recent years, and pieces with the Marujyu mark are particularly rare. Please consider adding this to your collection or using it in your tea ceremony. #Itchy'sAntiques #Antiques #BlackSatsuma #SatsumaWare #TeaCaddy #SmallBowl #Shimazu #Satsuma #MarujyuMark #Antique #Vintage #Collection #TeaUtensils #Crafts