A very beautiful tea bowl with a warm opening, shining like a koi carp under the strong light. In nice original conditions with some minor traces of age. *Fukui RakuinzoMinister of International Trade and Industry Award-winning artist Persimmon Takadai Red Tea Bowl *Raku ware was started by Chojiro, the first generation member of the Raku family, during the Momoyama period (16th century). The roots of the Raku ware technique are the three-colored ceramics of the Ming Dynasty in China. During the Momoyama period, pottery using brightly colored three-color glazes began to be fired, mainly in Kyoto, and Chojiro is thought to have been one of the pottery masters who possessed this technique. The ancient documents mention Chojiro's father, Ameya, a Chinese man, and although no works remain, it can be said that this person was the one who brought the Sansai pottery technique from China. The oldest work left behind by Chojiro is a two-colored lion statue, created in the spring of 1574. It is thought that Raku tea bowls were probably made several years later, around 1579. Customs information Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Any other costs or charges such as customs or import duties, customs clearance and handling may also apply during the shipment of your lot and will be charged to you by the involved party at a later stage if applicable. Please understand!