Description: A rounded Ueno ware teapot with a side spout, fitted lid, and tall wrapped overhead handle. The surface is covered in a deep green glaze with gilt decoration, creating a vivid contrast across the body. The gently swelling form and slightly irregular contour reflect the character of hand-finished work. The interior is glazed, and the piece is accompanied by a signed wooden storage box inscribed Shikiyu Kinsai Chaki. A refined tea utensil by Hajime Kozuru. Dimensions: 15.5 × 10.5 × 21 cm(height including handle) Weight: 523 g Condition: Surface wear and scratches. Restored chip to the rim. Noticeable stains to the wooden box. Artist Profile: Hajime Kozuru was born in 1938 in Fukuoka Prefecture. He is the eldest son of Ueno ware potter Kozuru Kazan and graduated from the ceramics department of Arita Technical High School in 1957. After entering the family pottery, he became independent in 1965 and established his own kiln in Hisayama, Fukuoka. He received consecutive awards at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition in 1968 and 1969 and later became a full member of the Japan Kōgei Association. In 1980 he moved to the United States to teach ceramics at Harvard University and continued his ceramic career there. Additional Notes Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the item description. Shipping Information All items are shipped from Japan via DHL or Japan Post, depending on the destination. Each piece is packed with great care using professional materials suitable for fine art shipping. A tracking number will be provided once the shipment has been dispatched. We cannot under-declare item values or mark shipments as gifts. Import Duties & Taxes Import duties, VAT, and any additional customs or processing fees are not included in the auction price. These charges are the responsibility of the buyer. Please check with your local customs office for details before bidding. Customs Communication Customs or the shipping carrier may contact you for additional information (such as ID verification or payment of duties). Please respond promptly to avoid delays or returns. Thank you very much for your understanding and cooperation.