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Japanese antique painted pottery / "Eseto" / Edo period, 1800s / Ashtray

About the Item

This is a pottery called Seto-yaki, which was fired in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Seto is a kiln with a long history in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. (Seto kilns are marked with red circles on the map.) It is said to have originated around the 13th century. This is Seto ware made roughly from the late Edo period to the Meiji period (1800s). It is one of the tobacco tools called "hiire". It was used in tea ceremonies. To use it, put ash inside and bury burning charcoal in the center to use as a spark for smoking. In modern times, I think it would be good to use this as an ashtray or put flowers in it to make a vase. I think this pattern is very nice. There are three small triangles, which represent bamboo shoots. And I draw such a scenery that a small bird is flying over the bamboo shoots. On the other side, a hat that is worn on the head or a basket for storing wild vegetables is represented by a large triangle, and there are lines and X marks in it, which expresses how it is woven. I draw a picture of how the vines have grown on the tools that are no longer used. It expresses a very peaceful landscape where you can see the work of nature and the work of people. There are no major scratches, but there is a chip on the edge of the mouth. Please note that this is a trace that has been used for a long time. Also, the inside is not glazed, so if you pour water directly into it, the water will seep out over time. If you want to decorate flowers, put water in another container, put it in this and decorate the flowers. Weight: 481g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.39 in (8.6 cm)Diameter: 4.26 in (10.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487234951552
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