This is a tea bowl made by Koshō Shimizu of Tōdai-ji Temple. It has a warm feel and is a truly exquisite piece. [Koshō Shimizu (1911-1999)] A Buddhist monk of the Kegon sect. Born in Soza Village, Shikama District, Hyogo Prefecture (present-day Himeji City). He became the 207th and 208th head priest of Tōdai-ji Temple, and the head of the Kegon sect, and carried out the Shōwa restoration of the Great Buddha Hall. He is known for his unique and tasteful calligraphy, paintings, and pottery. From around 1963, he produced unique small Buddhist statues called "Doro-butsu" (mud Buddhas). He was also known as "Ima Ryōkan" (Modern Ryōkan). Size: Diameter: Approximately 12 cm / Height: Approximately 7.5 cm *Shipping will be via Sagawa Express, prepaid. *Cancellations and returns are not accepted.