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Large Ceramic Mingei Dish in the form of an Abalone Shell

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
A large 19th century mingei dish in the shape of a white abalone shell from the Fukagawa So-no-sei Kilns of Hagi (not to be confused with the Fukagawa Porcelain company from Arita). A pale, blue-tinged crackled glaze covers the basin, with six prominent stem marks inside. On the underside barnacles cling to the surface, surrounding a foot of raw, age darkened clay. Custom made kiri-wood collectors box titled Fukagawa-Yaki Awabi-Bachi. About the artist: In 1653 Kurasaki Gorouemon, the third son of an underling at the original Hagi kilns started under feudal patronage by Korean Potters in 1600, was granted license to create pottery independent of direct feudal governance in the town of Fukagawa, opening the kiln in 1657. At that time this new ware was called So-no-sei Yaki after the Sonosei River which runs through the valley. During the 18th century with a growth in potters the number of communally used kilns increased, with a West and East So-no-sei Kiln, and by the end of the Edo period there were 12 kilns operating in the area. Unlike the Feudally governed kilns of the nearby Matsumoto area which specialized in tea ware, the Fukagawa Kilns created a variety of items for daily use. However, the industrial revolution that followed the Meiji restoration saw an immediate decline, and currently there are only five kilns remaining.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	A5355
Incollect Reference #:	750423

Dimensions

W.	13.5 in;	H.	4 in;	D.	12.25 in;
W.	34.29 cm;	H.	10.16 cm;	D.	31.12 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques, with over 45 years of expertise, is a renowned source for fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, and more. Our diverse collection also includes Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture, available at our Hudson, NY gallery. For inquiries, contact 518.828.8585 or email thegallery@nagaantiques.com.