This is an iron-glazed tea bowl by Toshio Takeda, a full member of the Japan Traditional Crafts Association, from Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture. Full members of the Japan Traditional Crafts Association are individuals who possess exceptional skills. It is a tea bowl with a rustic impression typical of Mashiko, possessing a subdued elegance. - There is a pottery seal of '敏' next to the base. - The color is close to brown. - It is not a recent work, but it is in perfect and beautiful condition. - Inner diameter approximately 11.5 cm, height approximately 8.5 cm - Comes with a shared box and a bookmark Thank you for looking.