(Size) Maximum diameter of the tea bowl: approx. 11.7cm x height: approx. 6.3cm Outer box width: approx. 14.2cm x depth: approx. 15cm x height: approx. 11cm (Product Description) A "Gourd Painting Tea Bowl" by the 12th generation Imaizumi Imaemon, a ceramic artist from Saga Prefecture and a Living National Treasure, made by himself, in perfect condition, with its original box and pamphlet. The condition is good. You can enjoy using it as is, or you can enjoy displaying it. There is a carved signature "Imaemon" inside the foot. The surface of the vessel is indented in one place, creating variation, which, combined with the painted gourd design, results in a very elegant piece. You can enjoy using it at a tea ceremony as is. Please check the images. This is a release from a collector. Please check the images. The reference book shown in the 10th photo is not included. ★ This item was purchased in the Kyushu region. It is being exhibited as purchased. Thank you for your understanding. (Biography) The 12th generation Imaizumi Imaemon Ceramic artist. The 12th generation of the Imaizumi family. Born in Saga Prefecture. His given name was Hyōbei. Graduated from Arita Technical High School. He worked to revive and restore Iro-Nabeshima ware, and also produced Imari pottery. Living National Treasure. Died in 1975 at the age of 77. #SakaidaKakiemon #ImaizumiImaemon #InoueManji #MaedaAkihiro #HataseTakeemon #MurakamiGenki #EguchiTendo #FujiiShumei #FujiiShokun #FujiiKinsai #HiiwataToroku #NakamuraSeiroku #OkugawaChūemon #Okawachiyama Ware #Nabeshima Ware #Imari Ware #Arita Ware #Saga Prefecture #Omotesenke #Urasenke #Tea Bowl #Tea Ceremony Utensils