Japanese Ceramic: Mizusashi by Fukumori, Tsukidou Karatsu-yaki Suehiro Water Jar

Japanese Ceramic: Mizusashi by Fukumori, Tsukidou Karatsu-yaki Suehiro Water Jar A Mizusashi is a lidded water container used in Japanese tea ceremonies to store fresh water for replenishing the Chawan (tea bowl) or Chagama (iron kettle). It is an essential utensil in Chadō (the Way of Tea). Karatsu-yaki (唐津焼) is a traditional Japanese pottery style from Karatsu, Saga Prefecture in Japan Diameter: 19.5cm Lid Diameter: 18.2cm Height: 13.7cm The Suehiro means the design spreads out in a gentle curve from the bottom to the top. It is a distinctive item. There is an inscription on the bottom. Mizusashi: In excellent condition with no noticeable defects Wooden box: Has visible flaws, but still suitable for shipping or storing a Mizusashi