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Antique Japanese Kyushu Pottery Jar Tsubo Green Ash Glaze Edo Era Wabi-sabi

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Description

■ Description A. Introduction This is a soulful Antique Japanese Storage Jar (Tsubo) from the Edo Period. While it shares the rustic aesthetic of Karatsu, the reddish clay and distinctive glaze suggest it originates from a regional kiln in Kyushu (Southern Japan), such as the Futagawa or Old Takatori folk traditions.

B. Features & Identification

  • Origin: Kyushu, Japan. (Likely Fukuoka or Kumamoto prefecture folk kiln).

  • Clay: The unglazed base reveals a reddish-brown, iron-rich clay. This contrast between the red clay and the green glaze is a hallmark of antique Kyushu ceramics.

  • Glaze: Coated in a beautiful, translucent Ash Glaze (Green/Yellow glaze). Over centuries, the glaze has developed a mesmerizing network of crackles (Kannyu), giving the piece a depth that only time can create.

  • Form: A sturdy, bulbous form with a rolled rim. Originally used for storing tea leaves, seeds, or spices.

C. Usage & Decor Ideas

  • Wabi-sabi Decor: Its understated elegance makes it perfect for a Zen-style room or a rustic farmhouse interior.

  • Flower Vase: The size is ideal for use as a vase (Hanaire) for wild flowers or branches.

  • Tea Ceremony: Can be adapted as a water jar (Mizusashi) or simply displayed in the Tokonoma alcove.

D. Size & Weight

  • Height: 18.5 cm / 7.28 in

  • Width: 16.0 cm / 6.30 in

  • Mouth Diameter: 9.6 cm / 3.78 in

  • Weight: 1,320 g / 2.91 lbs

E. Condition Condition: Antique / Edo Period

  • General: Good antique condition with a beautiful patina.

  • Rim: There may be minor roughness or "insect nibbles" (Mushikui) on the rim, which are typical for wares of this age and add to its rustic charm.

  • Surface: Glaze crackles and kiln imperfections are part of the original firing process.

F. Conclusion This jar captures the essence of "Mingei" (Folk Art)—beauty born from utility. It is a genuine piece of Edo-period history from Kyushu, offering a warm and grounding presence to any collection.



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