A charming Sado Mumyoi-yaki tea bowl by Ito Sekisui of the Sekisui-gama kiln on Sado Island. The bowl shows the soft, warm palette characteristic of Mumyoi ware, thrown with visible spiral ridges and a gently uneven, hand-formed rim. It comes complete with its original wooden tomobako storage box, inscribed and sealed by the artist. 【Artist Profile】 Ito Sekisui is a hereditary name carried by the potters of the Sekisui-gama kiln on Sado Island, Niigata Prefecture, a lineage stretching back to the late Edo period. The kiln is celebrated for Mumyoi-yaki, ceramics made from the iron-rich "mumyoi" clay unique to Sado's former gold mines, which fires to a distinctive reddish-brown tone. 【Condition】 Excellent condition. Please refer to the photographs for a full assessment before bidding. 【Shipping】 Carefully packed and shipped internationally with full tracking for safe delivery. ============================================= *** IMPORTANT SHIPPING NOTICE - PLEASE READ BEFORE BIDDING *** ============================================= 【SHIPPING NOTICE FOR CERTAIN EU COUNTRIES】 Due to customs issues with IOSS shipments, Japan Post EMS is currently unable to accept parcels valued at €150 or less to the following countries: >> AUSTRIA / BELGIUM / DENMARK / FINLAND / FRANCE / GERMANY / LUXEMBOURG / PORTUGAL If your delivery address is in one of these countries and the final price is €150 or less, shipping may be delayed until EMS resumes, or the item may need to be sent by an alternative courier at additional shipping cost. By placing a bid, you acknowledge and accept this condition. I will contact you after the auction to confirm the best option. * Parcels valued at €151 or more are not affected. ============================================= 【※Important Information※】 Customs duties, VAT, and import clearance fees are not included in the shipping cost and are the responsibility of the buyer. These charges vary depending on your country's import regulations and are beyond the seller's control. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. All items are carefully packed and promptly shipped with tracking to ensure safe delivery. Please bid with confidence