Artisans at the Bizen kilns in western Japan utilized [yōhen] (“kiln effects”) to decorate their pottery. This serving dish was fired in a wood-burning kiln with other pottery placed on top. Ash fell onto the exposed areas and fused to the clay, resulting in a distinctive speckled effect.
Tea Bowl, Named “Furisode (Swinging Sleeves)”
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 4
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Incense Container in the Shape of a Foundation Stone
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 4
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Lidded Bowl with Peonies
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
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Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
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Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
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Large Bowl with Flowering Plants
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 8
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Lidded Jar, Stoneware with ash glaze
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 13
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Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 13
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Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 13
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