{"product_id":"little-box","title":"Mizukami Sataro (水上佐太郎) – Tokoname 常滑市 – 9.5cm Round 丸鉢 – Unglazed Yakishime 無釉焼締","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \/ 商品詳細: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis pot is part of my collection, you can always ask!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ 産地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokoname 常滑市, Aichi Prefecture 愛知県\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiln \/ 窯元:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mizukami Sataro (水上佐太郎)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotter \/ 陶工:\u003c\/strong\u003e The late Mizukami Sataro (故・水上佐太郎)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ 形式:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisan-made Japanese round unglazed yakishime bonsai pot \u003cstrong\u003e丸形無釉焼締盆栽鉢\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration \/ 文様:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incised and relief-carved bamboo and sparrow motif \u003cstrong\u003e竹に雀 (take ni suzume)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature \/ 銘:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incised Mizukami Sataro signature \u003cstrong\u003e水上佐太郎 刻銘\u003c\/strong\u003e to the underside\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTomobako \/ 共箱:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original signed wooden tomobako \u003cstrong\u003e共箱\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription \/ 説明:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage, artisan-made Japanese bonsai pot \u003cstrong\u003e盆栽鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e by the late Tokoname potter \u003cstrong\u003eMizukami Sataro (故・水上佐太郎)\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname 常滑市\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aichi Prefecture \u003cstrong\u003e愛知県\u003c\/strong\u003e. This finely crafted small pot is formed in a classic \u003cstrong\u003eround shape (丸鉢 \/ maru-bachi)\u003c\/strong\u003e from dense \u003cstrong\u003eunglazed yakishime stoneware (無釉焼締 \/ muyu yakishime)\u003c\/strong\u003e, combining compact proportions with highly individual decorative work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper profile is defined by a pronounced, rounded \u003cstrong\u003erim (口縁 \/ koen)\u003c\/strong\u003e, while internally the planting area is neatly finished with a clearly defined \u003cstrong\u003einternal rim (内縁 \/ uchi-en)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Together, these details give the small vessel a strong architectural outline and a pleasing sense of \u003cstrong\u003ebalance (均整 \/ kinsei)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003estability (安定感 \/ anteikan)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body \u003cstrong\u003e胴 \/ do\u003c\/strong\u003e is decorated with an expressive \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo and sparrow motif (竹に雀 \/ take ni suzume)\u003c\/strong\u003e, worked directly into the clay through incised and relief-carved decoration \u003cstrong\u003e彫刻 \/ chokoku\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bamboo foliage extends around the body in a loose, natural composition, while the sparrows are integrated into the design, giving the surface movement and a distinctly Japanese character \u003cstrong\u003e和趣 \/ washu\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving retains visible traces of warm reddish colour within the incised areas, contrasting subtly against the dark earthy body and helping to articulate the \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo and sparrow design (竹に雀)\u003c\/strong\u003e while preserving the natural quality of the clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dense \u003cstrong\u003eyakishime clay (焼締土 \/ yakishime-tsuchi)\u003c\/strong\u003e displays considerable natural surface character, with earthy brown, charcoal and olive-grey tonal variation together with scattered iron-rich firing effects. These variations give the surface an attractive \u003cstrong\u003ekiln-fired character (窯変 \/ yohen)\u003c\/strong\u003e and emphasise the natural \u003cstrong\u003eclay character (土味 \/ tsuchi-aji)\u003c\/strong\u003e for which unglazed Japanese bonsai pottery is particularly appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clearly defined \u003cstrong\u003elower basal band (下帯 \/ shita-obi)\u003c\/strong\u003e encircles the body immediately above the feet. This provides a strong visual foundation beneath the decorated central section and gives the compact form additional depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly distinctive are the deeply \u003cstrong\u003ecut scalloped feet (切込み足 \/ kirikomi-ashi)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The broad curved openings are punctuated by sharply pointed central projections, producing a rhythmic, almost wave-like silhouette around the base. These sculptural feet visually lift the pot while maintaining a strong grounded presence and are one of the most individual characteristics of this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside \u003cstrong\u003e鉢底 \/ hachizoko\u003c\/strong\u003e is carefully finished and reveals the construction particularly clearly. A large \u003cstrong\u003ecentral drainage hole (水抜き穴 \/ mizunuki-ana)\u003c\/strong\u003e is accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003ethree smaller drainage\/wiring holes (水抜き穴・針金穴 \/ mizunuki-ana \/ harigane-ana)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing both effective \u003cstrong\u003edrainage (排水 \/ haisui)\u003c\/strong\u003e and practical anchoring points \u003cstrong\u003e針金固定 \/ harigane kotei\u003c\/strong\u003e for securing a bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside also carries the potter's hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003eMizukami Sataro signature (水上佐太郎 刻銘)\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important identifying feature of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite measuring only 9.5cm in diameter, this pot has considerable visual presence. The combination of its compact \u003cstrong\u003eround form (丸鉢)\u003c\/strong\u003e, pronounced rim \u003cstrong\u003e口縁\u003c\/strong\u003e, lower basal band \u003cstrong\u003e下帯\u003c\/strong\u003e, sculptural \u003cstrong\u003ecut feet (切込み足)\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditional \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo and sparrow decoration (竹に雀)\u003c\/strong\u003e and richly varied \u003cstrong\u003eyakishime surface (焼締)\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the piece an expressive yet distinctly Japanese character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Dimensions \/ 外寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5cm diameter × 3.5cm high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \/ 状態:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent! \u003cstrong\u003e非常に良好\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unused, with no cracks, chips or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Potter – The Late Mizukami Sataro 故・水上佐太郎\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe late \u003cstrong\u003eMizukami Sataro (故・水上佐太郎)\u003c\/strong\u003e was a respected Tokoname bonsai-pot craftsman associated with the celebrated ceramic tradition of \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname-yaki (常滑焼)\u003c\/strong\u003e. He is remembered for finely made bonsai containers that combined disciplined construction with expressive use of natural unglazed clay \u003cstrong\u003e無釉土\u003c\/strong\u003e, carved decoration \u003cstrong\u003e彫刻\u003c\/strong\u003e, and carefully considered functional details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work demonstrates a strong appreciation for the natural character of fired clay \u003cstrong\u003e土味 \/ tsuchi-aji\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing variations produced during firing \u003cstrong\u003e窯変 \/ yohen\u003c\/strong\u003e to form part of the finished aesthetic rather than concealing them beneath glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small \u003cstrong\u003eyakishime (焼締)\u003c\/strong\u003e example demonstrates those qualities particularly well, combining a traditional Japanese \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo and sparrow motif (竹に雀)\u003c\/strong\u003e with unusually sculptural \u003cstrong\u003ekirikomi-ashi (切込み足)\u003c\/strong\u003e and a richly matured clay surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector's Note \/ コレクターズノート:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly characterful small bonsai pot by the late \u003cstrong\u003eMizukami Sataro (故・水上佐太郎)\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by its original signed wooden \u003cstrong\u003etomobako (共箱)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The presence of the original box is an important part of the ensemble and significantly enhances the completeness, provenance and collector appeal of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the traditional \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo and sparrow motif (竹に雀)\u003c\/strong\u003e, richly varied \u003cstrong\u003eyakishime (焼締)\u003c\/strong\u003e surface, pronounced \u003cstrong\u003elower basal band (下帯)\u003c\/strong\u003e, distinctive \u003cstrong\u003ecut scalloped feet (切込み足)\u003c\/strong\u003e and hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003eMizukami Sataro signature (水上佐太郎 刻銘)\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this a highly individual example of small-scale \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname bonsai pottery (常滑盆栽鉢)\u003c\/strong\u003e by a recognised late Tokoname craftsman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden has-[\u0026gt;_:empty]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none -mt-px h-px translate-y-(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53350926418251,"sku":"@pS50 o1176569848 61","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_3596.jpg?v=1757442032","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/little-box","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}