East Asia, Japan, Meiji period, ca. late 19th century CE. A massive stoneware urn with a body that broadens outward from a narrow, round, flat foot to a wide, inverted-pear-shaped body. The neck corsets inward slightly, before flaring outward into a flat rim with a rolled lip. Much of the body is a deep, almost russet brown, with a creamier brown-colored glaze poured over the rim and upper body so that it drips artfully down the shoulder. Of a style that was produced during the late Edo and Meiji periods at Tokoname, "the city of ceramics". Possibly made for the storage of tea leaves. Size: 19.5" W x 26.5" H (49.5 cm x 67.3 cm)
Provenance: ex-private southern California, USA collection, acquired before 2000
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Condition
Intact, with some matte patina consistent with age and handling. Small scratches and signs of wear on surface, but overall in excellent condition.