Japanese 17th Century Karatsu Bowl with 18th Century Carved Leaf Lid
Karatsu is a city in Saga Prefecture on Kyushu Island in Southern Japan. Karatsu-ware is popular for tea ceremony wares. Earthenware bowl with expertly carved 18th century fitted wood lid in veined lotus leaf design, with stem handle. Signature reads either Sekiran or Ranseki.
- Period
- 17th century
- Origin
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 2 1/2" h x 5" w x 6" d
- 6.4cm h x 12.7cm w x 15.2cm d
- Item #
- A4690