A high-quality artisan-made oval bonsai pot with a beautifully executed celadon glaze (青磁釉). This piece by Tōsui (東水) presents an elegant and architecturally complex design. The form features a raised rim (縁立ち / fuchidate) with a slight inner ring (内縁 / uchibuchi), giving the lip a pronounced collar-like lift. This effect visually defines the upper edge and adds a graceful strength to the silhouette. Beneath the shoulder, the body transitions into a double-layered base band (腰帯 / koshi-obi), a rare and balanced design that provides grounding weight and visual rhythm. The harmony between the upper and lower sections creates a continuous aesthetic flow — guiding the viewer's eye from the elevated rim to the grounded body. The pot is supported by gently scalloped cloud feet (雲足 / unsoku), which elevate the form and add an airy refinement. These feet not only reduce visual heaviness but echo traditional Japanese motifs of lightness and movement. Together, these elements — the tiered bands, inner lip, and cloud feet — form a composition that exemplifies refined craftsmanship (洗練された職人技) and balance. The glaze further enhances this, with soft celadon tones and delicate kiln variation adding depth and atmosphere.
External Dimensions: 37.5 × 27.0 × 4.5 cm
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Condition: Excellent! No chips, cracks, or glaze issues. Slight natural patina around the feet adds to its character.
