Tea Bowl ■ Ko-Akaraku, Shosai, Ko-Kyoyaki, Tea Ceremony Utensils, Antique, Period Piece, Old Pottery, Antiques ■ This is quite old, with signs of aging over time. There are no cracks or chips. It has a history and a very good taste. It has a charm that cannot be fully conveyed by photos alone, and it is an item that I would like you to pick up and hold. Size: Width 11.4 x Height 7.8 cm Shosai - A potter from the late Edo period, originally a furnace master. In 1860, he made Akaraku tea bowls at the Kikko kiln in Nishinari-gun, Settsu (Osaka Prefecture), and stamped them with the "Shosai" mark. This is an Akaraku ware tea bowl, characterized by a warm reddish-brown glaze. It has a natural curve from the round, generously rounded body to the rim, and the soft form created by hand-kneading symbolizes the aesthetics of Raku ware. The flow of the glaze and color irregularities can be seen, creating a deep and flavorful expression due to changes during firing. The foot is exposed, and the rustic texture of the red clay is utilized, expressing the spirit of wabi-cha. Crazing of the glaze and small chips can be seen due to aging, and the history of long years of use is engraved. This is a masterpiece made with the high-class Akaraku technique, suitable as a tea ceremony utensil. This describes it as an antique Edo period Raku ware tea bowl featuring a warm reddish-brown glaze, generously rounded form with elegant flared rim from hand-throwing, natural glaze variations and color irregularities from firing, exposed clay foot showcasing red earth texture, crazing from natural aging with minor wear marks Shipping is planned via Sagawa Express (or Mercari delivery depending on the location). Free shipping. We will pack it so that it will not break, so please rest assured. We may suddenly cancel the listing. It is a one-of-a-kind item with high rarity, and the price may increase. Please purchase as soon as possible. Thank you very much. 【Management 260216】