Thirteenth Generation Nakazato Tarouemon, original work, Karatsu Seiji Zogan, Kisu (Whiting) Pattern, Handled Bowl, with Paulownia Wood Box, Tea Ceremony Utensil, Showa 58 (1983). 【Product Dimensions】 Height: Approximately 12.3cm Body Width: Approximately 21.6x22.0cm Weight: Approximately 1,162g 【Product Condition】 Due to the age of the item, there are some stains and scratches on the box from the passage of time and aging. The bottom has the inscription "Showa 58" and the artist's signature, making it a very valuable piece. There are glaze skips and cracks in the porcelain from the time of production, but they are not damaged. There is no history of repair. Please check the images for details. Thank you for your understanding. 【Thirteenth Generation Nakazato Tarouemon】 Thirteenth Generation Nakazato Tarouemon (May 31, 1923 - March 12, 2009) was a ceramic artist and a member of the Japan Art Academy. His real name was Tadao Nakazato. His Buddhist name was Nakazato Ouan. He was from Karatsu City, Saga Prefecture. He was the chairman of the Japan Crafts Association and a member of the International Academy of Ceramics.