Wood-Fired GINGER JAR (shino glaze, no. 3)

Shino glazes originated in Japan during the late 16th century, particularly in the Mino region. On wood-fired teacups, it is valued for its variability in colour especially in woos-firing and grey patterns of carbon-trapping.

This pieces is adorned with sprig moulds of sakura cherry blossoms, in celebration of the coming spring . 

7.25" tall 
4.75" wide at widest point 

Wood firing is priced higher due to the many hours involved in the firing process.  

This piece has a small chip on the inside of the lid where the wood ash fused the lid to the body.   It released with gentle tapping but took a small bit of the clay body with it.  (see photos)