Authentic: 13th Generation Takatori Hassen Original Work, Takatori Ichi-e-guchi Mizusashi, Takatori Ware, Enshu Seven Kilns, Folk Craft, Fukuoka

(Size)
Mizusashi (freshwater container) maximum body diameter: approx. 18.5cm x height: approx. 17.8cm (to the top of the lacquered lid knob)
Kyo-bako (original box) width: approx. 19.8cm x depth: approx. 19.8cm x height: approx. 20.9cm

(Product Description)
This is a Takatori Ichi-ge-guchi Mizusashi by the 13th generation Takatori Hassen, a potter from Fukuoka Prefecture. It is self-made, without damage, comes with an original box, yellow cloth, and a lacquered lid.
The condition is excellent.
It can be used as is for tea ceremonies throughout the seasons.
It comes with a custom-made lacquered lid that fits the rim.
There is a Takatori seal on the bottom of the piece.
The box is a mori-buta (molded lid) type and is of high quality.
The characteristic glaze flow of Takatori ware is very beautiful, and the glaze, which stops nicely at the waist, creates a scenic effect, demonstrating the high level of skill.

This is a release from a collector. Please check the images.
★ This item was purchased in the Kyushu region.
It is being exhibited as purchased. Thank you for your understanding.

(Biography)
13th Generation Takatori Hassen
Born December 27, 1934
Graduated from Koishiwara Elementary School in 1950 and entered the family business.
Inherited the 13th generation of Takatori ware in 1953.
Awarded at the National Ceramics Exhibition.
Selected for the Fukuoka Prefecture Art Exhibition, followed by consecutive selections.
Recommended as a member of the Fukuoka Prefecture Art Association in 1959.
Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition in 1973.
Awarded the Fukuoka Prefecture Governor's Prize at the Fukuoka Prefecture Art Association in 1975.
Certified as a Traditional Craftsman (Ministry of International Trade and Industry) in 1980.
Tea bowl dedicated to Ise Jingu permanently preserved in 1986.
Selected for the Traditional Crafts Exhibition in 1988.
Awarded the International Art and Culture Prize in 1989.
Awarded the Governor's Prize for Excellent Technology in the Prefecture.
Awarded the Grand Prize at the Paris Art Festival in 1996.
Awarded the Director's Award of the Kyushu Bureau of International Trade and Industry in 1998.
Appointed Chairman of the Koishiwara Traditional Craftsmen Association in 2001.
Awarded the Director's Award of the Kyushu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry at the Traditional Crafts Exhibition in 2004.
Featured in NHK's 100 People, 100 Bowls selection.
Awarded the Award of Merit by the National Traditional Craftsmen Association in 2005.
Awarded the Autumn Decoration, Order of the Sacred Treasure, Gold Rays with Rosette.
Commemorative Exhibition for his 77th Birthday (at Fukuoka Art Museum) in 2013.

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