Japan, a handmade, hand-painted one-of-a-kind big blue thick stone ware vessel over glazed in a pretty blue color design. It is from the famous Shigaraki kilns and was crafted from unique Japanese clay called choseki (long life clay).

Notice the purposely left kiln shard applications from firing on one side.

Dimensions: Big 28 inches tall and 18 inches diameter

Gorgeous medium to dark blue colors and hand applied glazing on the outside. Appropriate for indoor or outdoor use for water, plants, – a fine addition to your garden, deck, sun room, or special place.

Handcrafted.
Hand glazed.
Only one.

History:
Shigaraki, one of Japan’s six fabled pottery and ceramics centers in Shiga Prefecture, possesses a rich history. In the Kamakura era (1192-1333) water and seed jars were crafted. In Muromachi and Edo periods (1333-1868) its’ tea wares and sake bottles were reknowned. Wood fired in “nobori gama” climbing kilns, their ceramics’ natural ash glazes produce startling textures and patterns. Indeed Shigaraki clays contain ‘choseki’ or white stone which means long life!.