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Hakuyu Tokkuri (白釉徳利)
This is the Tanba ware crafted by SHIMIZU, Ichiji (清水一二).
The iron galze called "tetsuyu" was poured on the muddy white glaze and it has become the mysterious pattern to attract us.
He carved the bottle into faced side after forming with the potter's wheel.
Height : 9.3 cm (3-21/32")
Width : 15.5 cm (6-1/8")
SHIMIZU trained ceramic in many areas including Tanba, Seto and Bizen. New Tanba ware will be accomplished with his idea.