Shigaraki Tsubo Vase, Japan, 1920s

Description

Beautiful Shigaraki pottery tsubo from the 1920s, Japan.

Dimensions: height 42 cm, diameter 32 cm.

The jar vase features the … more Beautiful Shigaraki pottery tsubo from the 1920s, Japan.

Dimensions: height 42 cm, diameter 32 cm.

The jar vase features the characteristic grainy Shigaraki texture and is adorned with a unique glaze in soft earth tones.

What makes this tsubo special is the dent in the belly of the vase, likely formed during the firing process in wood-fired kilns.

This 'imperfection' is appreciated in Japan as part of traditional aesthetics.

This unique interior piece fits into any stylish decor and will certainly be the starting point for many fascinating conversations. less