☆Item☆ Teacup, Hagi Ware With inscription on the box Hayashi Tsubaki-an 11th generation, Yamato Harunobu - Size: Diameter approx. 6.5cm Height approx. 7.5cm This is a teacup without a notch at the bottom. Upon research, the following information was found: Mr. Yamato Harunobu is the grandson of Yamato Sakutaro (Sho-ryoku), who established the foundation of Hagi ware in Yamaguchi City during the Meiji period. His works have the following characteristics: Works with inscriptions on the box (shared box) are highly complete and recognized by the artist himself. Characteristics of Yamaguchi Hagi Ware: Yamaguchi Hagi Ware, established by the Yamato family, is characterized by reddish-brown spots called "hotaru" (firefly) and "hoshi" (star) due to its unique blend of clay (Gohon-te). Rather than the presence or absence of a notch, the flavor of the clay and the changes in the glaze are the main highlights of Mr. Harunobu's works. This teacup is likely a carefully crafted piece intended for appreciation or tea ceremony, showcasing the artist's individuality, rather than everyday tableware. If the teacup is from the 11th generation Yamato Harunobu, has a whitish hue, and an oval seal (stamp), it is highly likely to be one of his representative styles, a "Shirahagi" (white Hagi) teacup. Characteristics and Value of the Teacup Beauty of Shirahagi: This is made by generously applying a white glaze mixed with straw ash over the coarse clay characteristic of Hagi ware. As it is used, the tea seeps into the fine cracks (kannyu) on the surface, and the "Nana-bake" (seven transformations) of Hagi, where the color and luster change, can be most enjoyed with this type. Oval Seal (stamp): Mr. Yamato Harunobu often uses a seal with "Harunobu" written inside a slightly elongated oval shape on the bottom of his works or on the box. This serves as proof of authenticity by the artist himself. Thank you for looking.