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I've often thought of the good fortune I've had to encounter good works of Japanese ceramic art---they are visual and/or hand held poems that inspire and teach me; they provide tranquil beauty amidst the hustle of each day; they transcend time. The list, of course, goes on. I take it as a big responsibility to offer works that represent the beauty and depth of true Japanese culture---not meant for export. It is more than a transaction--it is a giving-sharing-connection. I thought of all this as I was gazing on this chawan by Kouchi Hidetoshi---I couldn't help but see a shrouded figure offering some ancient tablets or books to the heavens on the front. It has a fine buff-toned crackled glaze and strong kodai---I'll let the chawan do the rest of the 'talking.' For more on Kouchi please check other listings, in perfect condition with a signed box, 8.6cm.tall and 13.7cm.across at lip. Each day a gift....ichi-go ichi-e.
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