A JAPANESE BIZEN `NINGYO-TOKKURI` EDO PERIOD (1603-1868), 18TH CENTURY In tea-whish shape, with three dimples pressed into the sides to create a triangular form, one dimple decorated with an applied relief-moulded image of Hotei. Further decorated with `Goma` splashes and `hidasuki` lines around the neck and sides. Together with a Japanese wooden box inscribed with an authentication by Katsura Matasaburo. 23.5cm high, 15.5cm diameter OTHER NOTES: Katsura Matasaburo (1901-1986) was a renowned Japanese independant researcher and author who specialised in excavating ko-Bizen (old Bizen), studying inscriptions and kiln marks, and authenticating Bizen pottery pieces.品相报告: No visible faults or damage The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to seek further information or request additional images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.