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Shōdai ware

Japan tradition · 2 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Shōdai ware (小代焼, Shōdai-yaki) is a type of Japanese pottery traditionally from Arao, Kumamoto. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

Bottle 2, Shodai ware, Edo period, 18th century, poured white glaze on brown glaze - Tokyo
Bottle 2, Shodai ware, Edo period, 18th century, poured white glaze on brown glaze - Tokyo
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Bottle 1, Shodai ware, Edo period, 18th century, poured white glaze on brown glaze - Tokyo
Bottle 1, Shodai ware, Edo period, 18th century, poured white glaze on brown glaze - Tokyo
Wikimedia Commons (Public domain)

Where to buy

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