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Barley Design Mashiko Faceted Vase by Murata Gen

Murata Gen(1904-1988) was one of the greatest Mashiko potters of the 20th century. as many visitors to RYYG know, and simply one of the greatest mingei potters ever. For more on Murata please see this link: http://www.e-yakimono.net/html/murata-gen-pt-2004.html Here is a honest, sturdy and well-crafted Murata olive-green glazed iron underglaze barley design vase. It dates to 1960 and is 21.8cm.tallx8cm., stamped on base, signed box. The meoto set is 28,000 yen, large yunomi is On Reserve and the guinomi is On Reserve(no box)

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Product #: M-M7

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