Product Details: Hosting my Japanese Mountain Maple Region: Tokoname 常滑市 Kiln: Gyouzan Kiln 暁山窯 Potter: 1st Generation Gyouzan (Nakano Yukizyou 中野行常) Signature/Mark: Hand-incised 爪描き (tsumegaki) signature to the base, with a small square mark 角印 (kaku-in)
Description: A refined, artisan-made Tokoname bonsai pot (常滑焼締め鉢), beautifully proportioned in a shallow oval form 楕円鉢. The rim has a gentle outward flare with a soft rounded lip, giving the silhouette a calm elegance while still feeling powerful and stable. The clay presents a warm brown kiln tone with a fine, subtle grain—classic 焼締め (yakishime)—and a pleasing natural patina (古味) developed over time.
The pot is raised on neatly executed incised feet (彫り足 / 切り込み足), cleanly cut into the underside to create a crisp lift and a balanced, grounded stance without interrupting the smooth line of the body. Inside, the planting area is smoothly finished with excellent practical detailing. A strong drainage layout is present with multiple large drainage holes 水抜き穴 plus small wiring holes 針金穴, ideal for secure tie-down and confident root work. The base is finished with the maker’s hand-scratched 爪描き銘 and accompanying mark, adding strong collector appeal.
Note the drainage / wiring holes: Large drainage holes 水抜き穴 + wiring holes 針金穴
External dimensions: 63.2 x 45.3 x 8.6cm Internal dimensions: 58.5 x 40.6 x 6.0cm
