Important – Please Read Before Bidding For a smooth and secure transaction, please carefully review the following information before placing a bid. ⸻ ● Import Taxes & Customs Duties All customs duties, import taxes, and customs clearance fees are the responsibility of the buyer. VAT paid on Catawiki is separate from local customs duties and import taxes. Please check with your local customs office in advance. ⸻ ■ Shipping & Packaging All items are shipped from Japan via Japan Post EMS (insured). If EMS is not available for your country, a private international courier will be used instead. Items are carefully packed to withstand long-distance international shipping. ⸻ □ Tax Code Requirement (EU and certain regions) After purchase, buyers may be required to provide a tax code (such as VAT number, fiscal code, etc.). Failure to provide the required tax code may result in customs delays or return of the parcel. ⸻ ◆ Damage & Shipping Issues If the item arrives damaged, please contact your local post office and Catawiki Support within 3 days of delivery. Before leaving feedback, please contact us first so we can assist you appropriately. ⸻ (Shipping to the United States) Currently, EMS shipping to the United States is suspended. A private international courier will be used instead. Please note that items containing batteries or bladed tools may not be eligible for shipment. ⸻ All items are shipped from Japan. ■ Description This lot consists of a tea bowl and a confectionery bowl, offering an opportunity to appreciate different expressions of Oribe ware. ⸻ ① Yashichida Oribe Flat Tea Bowl by Tanaka Genhiko (Kikusen Kiln) This piece is a Yashichida Oribe flat tea bowl made by Tanaka Genhiko of the Kikusen kiln. It features the characteristic soft white clay of Yashichida Oribe, decorated with green glaze and iron-painted motifs, creating a balance of subtle elegance and visual richness. Fine crackle (crazing) can be seen inside, enhancing the unique texture typical of Oribe ware. The open and shallow form of a hira-chawan (flat tea bowl) makes it suitable for use throughout the year. Comes with the original signed wooden box. [Artist] Tanaka Genhiko (Kikusen Kiln) [Type] Yashichida Oribe flat tea bowl [Material] Ceramic [Size] (approx.) Diameter: 15 cm Height: 5.5 cm [Condition] Shows minor wear and stains due to age and use, but overall in good condition. ⸻ ② Oribe Ware Confectionery Bowl by Kato Takashi (Hyakume Kiln) This piece is an Oribe ware confectionery bowl by Kato Takashi of the Hyakume kiln. It is characterized by a deep green glaze and a strong, rustic clay texture, resulting in a powerful yet refined form. The decorative elements along the rim and the natural kiln effects add to its aesthetic appeal. Suitable both as a functional serving bowl and as a decorative piece. Comes with the original signed wooden box and an artist biography sheet. [Artist] Kato Takashi (Hyakume Kiln) [Type] Oribe ware confectionery bowl [Material] Ceramic [Size] (approx.) Diameter: 18 cm Height: 6 cm [Condition] Shows minor wear and stains consistent with age and use, but overall in good condition. ⸻ ■ About the Set This lot allows you to compare different expressions of Oribe ware: * The soft decorative style of Yashichida Oribe * The bold form and glaze of the confectionery bowl * Differences in function (tea ceremony / serving ware) * Individual characteristics of each artist Together, they form a highly collectible set with strong visual and artistic appeal. ⸻ Suitable not only for practical use, but also for collection or display purposes. The items will be carefully packed and shipped from Japan using double-box packaging. Please note that the shipping size may be larger. Accessories: 2 original wooden boxes, biography sheet (for the confectionery bowl)