Nara-e matcha bowl. It has the signature of Shozan. Size: Approximately 12cm in diameter, approximately 7cm in height. There are no cracks or chips, but it is a used item, so the foot is slightly dirty, stained with tea components and age. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. About Oshio Shozan (AI information) Oshio Shozan is one of the kilns of Akahada-yaki, a traditional craft of Nara. Akahada-yaki is counted as one of the Enshu Shichiyo, favored by Kobori Enshu, and especially started as a kiln that made tea utensils. Features of Nara-e Nara-e is the painting applied to Akahada-yaki works, and is applied to a milky white glaze. The motifs are adorable dolls, houses (pictures of the lotus petals of Todai-ji Temple's Great Buddha), trees and flowers (pine, bamboo, plum, Kasuga cedar), etc. Thank you for viewing.