Antique Japanese Shiga Folk Kiln Pottery Iron Glaze Shiji-ko Four-Lug Jar PV311 Shigaraki Ware 7 in x Height 9

7 in x Height 9

hand-incised square hallmark of Gousho (剛章)

stemming from the legend of the fish that swam up a waterfall to become a dragon

Tabs: The hanging tabs are present but worn

radiating warmth and joy through its black lacquered finish and vivid expression

Antique Japanese Shiga Folk Kiln Pottery Iron Glaze Shiji-ko Four-Lug Jar PV311 Shigaraki Ware 7 in x Height 9Antique Japanese Shiga Folk Kiln Pottery Iron Glaze Shiji ko Four Lug Jar 24. 5cm PV311 This is a powerful and atmospheric example of Shiga Mingami (Folk Kiln) pottery, representing the rugged elegance of Japanese Mingei (folk art). This vessel is a Shiji ko (), a traditional four lug jar characterized by the four small handles at its shoulder, originally used to secure a cover. The most captivating feature of this jar is the exquisite flow of the