Guinomi / Karatsu / Karatsu / Nakazato Shigetoshi
Chozen-Karatsu Guinomi by Nakazato Shigetoshi
Here is a fine Chosen-Karatsu guinomi-sake cup by Nakazato Shigetoshi(b.1930). The Nakazato family is the oldest pottery family in Karatsu and Shigetoshi's father was the late Living National Treasure TaroemonXl (Muan). This guinomi sandy characteristic Karatsu clay with some wonderful 'landscapes' all around the body and inside as well. The base has been left unglazed---Nakazato signed his mark there. He has had a stellar career with many awards including the Saga Prefecture Cultural Award. In perfect condition with a signed box, 5.4cm.tallx6cm.
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