【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 A beautifully crafted pottery tea caddy by Oketani Teiichi, made during the Showa period. The piece is shaped in the traditional taikai form, recognisable by its flatter profile and wide mouth. The rich tenmoku glaze flows naturally in dark brown and black tones, with subtle oil-spot effects and variations that highlight the handmade character. The glossy body contrasts elegantly with the waterfall-like streaks of glaze cascading down the surface, creating a striking visual harmony. The tea caddy comes with a fine silk shifuku (protective pouch), and the underside bears the artist’s signature. The wooden storage box is also signed, with handwritten title and seal. Oketani Teiichi (1935–), born in Kyoto, studied ceramics at Kyoto Fushimi Technical High School before training under his father, the first Teiichi. He later succeeded as the second-generation artist. A distinguished ceramicist, he exhibited at the Nitten and was a member of the Japan Kōgei Association and the Kyoto Art and Craft Association. His accolades include the Kyoto Craft Exhibition Silver Prize, the Kyoto Applied Art Exhibition Excellence Award, ten awards at the Japan Traditional Kinki Region Exhibition, and three acceptances into the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition. Very good used condition with minimal wear. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 5.5 cm W 8.8 cm D 8.8 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!