This tea bowl was received from an acquaintance in Tokyo who passed away over 20 years ago. It was given to me in its used condition and has been stored at home ever since. It is unknown when or for how much it was purchased from a tea道具 store in Tokyo. Tea道具... Matcha tea bowl 　　　　 Rakuzan-yaki, Izumo-yaki Kiln... Rakuzan Kiln (Photo 16) Artist... 9th generation, Jiemon Nagaoka (Kūmi) 　　 1874 (Meiji 7) - 1960 (Showa 35) 　　 11th generation, Kūken Kiwami Dimensions... Diameter: Approximately 14cm 　　 Height: Approximately 7.1cm Wooden box... Paulownia box (Photos 18-20) 　There is some discoloration due to aging. While no noticeable damage is apparent, there is a small mark on a part of the rim that appears to have been made during production. (Photos 6 & 16) *Please refrain from purchasing if you are particular about unused items.