Tokkuri-Sake Flask / Original Style / Sano / Tamura Koichi
Iron-Kohiki Glazed Tokkuri by Tamura Koichi
Tamura Koichi (1918-1987) was named a Living National Treasure in 1986 for his iron glaze designs or tetsu-e. The form on this iron-kohiki-crackled glazed tokkuri is in an Edo Period abura-oil jar form; pleasing to gaze upon and a delight to hold. In perfect condition with a signed box, 11.3cm.tall, stamped on bottom.