Antique Japanese Mino Ware Bowl with Tanuki Motif Seto-Mino Tradition Kintsugi-Style Repair PCP291
This is an antique Japanese ceramic bowl with a hand-painted tanuki motif inside, giving it a warm and playful folk-art character.
The tanuki, or Japanese raccoon dog, is a familiar figure in Japanese folklore and is often associated with good fortune, cheerfulness, and everyday prosperity. In this piece, the tanuki is shown wearing a traditional hat and carrying a sake flask, a classic and beloved image.
Key Features:
Folk Art Character:
A delightful hand-painted bowl with a humorous and nostalgic tanuki design, reflecting the charm of Japanese folk-inspired ceramics.
Mino Ware / Seto-Mino Tradition:
The underside bears a red mark reading “Mino.” At the same time, the clay and overall character also suggest a connection to the broader Seto-Mino ceramic tradition. It may possibly relate to the stream of ceramic education or workshop production that developed in this region from the Meiji period onward, though the exact attribution remains uncertain.
Kintsugi-Style Repair:
There is a gold-colored repair on the rim, adding to the bowl’s unique appearance and long history of use.
Versatile Form:
A shallow bowl form suitable for display, collection, or practical use.
Specifications:
Diameter: 19.8 cm / 7.8 in
Height: 6.0 cm / 2.4 in
Weight: 553 g / 1.22 lbs
Material: Ceramic
Condition:
Antique condition with signs of age and use. There is a gold-colored repair on the rim. The foot rim shows minor wear and a small chip. The surface has natural glaze crackling and kiln-related spots consistent with age. Please check the photos carefully for details.
