Five Japanese Bizen stoneware vessels, circa late 19th/Early 20th century, comprising a large ovoid vase, three tokkuri (sake flask) and one chaire (tea vessel). Each with splashes of goma glaze around the shoulders, approximately 2394 gms total weight for five vessels together, the tallest 8.27 in. high, 6.69 in. wide, minor overall wear from age and consistent with use
- Oviform /ovoid - The outline loosely resembling the shape of an egg.
- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
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