Agano ware, one of the seven famous kilns of Enshu, in Fukuoka Prefecture. It began with the opening of the kiln by Sonkai, a Korean potter, who was employed by Lord Hosokawa after the Bunroku Keicho War. The kiln has continued to exist to this day, mainly producing "chato" (tea ceremony pottery). Work by the 11th generation of the Watari kiln, Kyubei Watari [Iron Glaze, Punched Pomegranate Design Plate] Diameter: 25.2cm Height: 2.5cm Mark: "Takaku" (younger work) A masterpiece by an artist who was deeply devoted to iron glaze! *As this is an antique item, please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about its condition. *(Box) Shows signs of aging.