Japanese Tokoname Style Stoneware Chawan Mishima Decoration W/ Grey Glaze Over White Slip Red Terracotta Bowls and textiles

and textiles

commonly known as Foo Dogs (石獅 shishi)

emphasizing function and durability over ornament

There are at least two tagane ato around the nakago indicating it was most certainly affixed to a sword

Japanese Tokoname Style Stoneware Chawan Mishima Decoration W/ Grey Glaze Over White Slip Red Terracotta Bowls and textilesJapanese Mishima Style Stoneware Chawan This vintage Japanese stoneware chawan features finely incised Mishima style decoration beneath a soft grey blue glaze over a warm red clay body. Bands of geometric and stylized leaf motifs wrap the exterior, while the interior is decorated with a looser carved pattern that highlights the craftsmanship of the piece. The bowl is in good vintage condition with wear consistent with age and use. Please review all