Akashi Shosaku Mashiko-ware Plate gourd chawan The lion in this listing

The lion in this listing is a replica of a lion raising its hind leg as if to scratch itself or bite at fleas

and they are hand carved and finished with clear lacquer

The back of the chashaku in this listing is coated in black lacquer decorated with a ‘momiji’ pattern

*THIS ITEM WEIGHS 2695 GRAMS WITHOUT PACKAGING

creating a new technique called ‘toutai’

Akashi Shosaku Mashiko-ware Plate gourd chawan The lion in this listing*THIS ITEM WEIGHS 2695 GRAMS WITHOUT PACKAGING, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR SHIPPING DETAILS AND UPGRADES. This listing is for a large and HEAVY Mashiko ware plate made around 30 years ago by distinguished potter, Akashi Shosaku. It is made of high fired stoneware and the front is decorated with plant brush markings and stamped flower motifs. The rim features kaki persimmon glaze, and the plate has a nice deep shape. A very beautiful