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 Scoop
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
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Tea Scoop
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
October 6, 2026 (Tue)–
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Wide-Mouthed Storage Jar with Peony Vines
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 3
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Portable Dining Set with Dragons and Waves
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 3
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