This is a piece by the artist Hiroo Yoshizawa. Each piece by this artist is handmade. Please understand that there may be color variations and spots. Purchased at the Mashiko Pottery Fair several years ago. Used a few times. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor scratches, as this item has been stored at home. It is relatively clean, but as it is a used item, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to such things. We will use recycled materials (reused cardboard, etc.) for packaging and shipping. Thank you for looking.