Potter: Yamakachi, Yichiro
Bizen-style small wood-fired stoneware teapot, with an added open spout, but no handle. The domed lid has a knob in the form of a shrimp. Incised 'wave' decoration around the shoulder. Colours are brown and black.
Comes with a cardboard box covered with red and black brocade.
History note: Bought by Shakeshaft from an exhibition at the Harlequin Gallery. 13th January 2005
Bequeathed by John Shakeshaft
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (2016) by Shakeshaft, John, Dr
20th Century-21st Century
Production date:
before
AD 2005-01
Box composed of brocade ( red and gold) cardboard
Accession number: C.676 & A-2016
Primary reference Number: 208356
Sale catalogue photo number: K41
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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