The master of tea ceramics, Kyushu. Karatsu tea bowl from Saga. Especially, a popular (madara glaze) bowl. Taiko Sannomaru kiln Work by the 7th Sosan Eguchi [Madara Karatsu tea bowl] Diameter 11.4 x 11.8 cm Height 7.9 cm Slightly (kutsu-gata) shaped... It is believed to be a bowl that grows with (tea familiarity). The (koudai - foot) is slightly (mikazuki - crescent moon) shaped. *The current head is the 8th generation. *The (box) has age-related discoloration. *As it is an antique, please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about condition.