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Vintage Japanese Banko ware art pottery bowl featuring a rich metallic bronze, brown and black glaze with a sculptural asymmetrical form and flowing irregular rim.
The underside features carved decorative detailing along with an impressed oval Banko (萬古) mark. The glaze has a striking metallic quality that shifts between bronze, gold, deep brown and black depending on the light.
Measures approximately:
7.5\" long
6.75\" wide
3.75\" tall
A substantial and visually distinctive piece of Japanese studio pottery that displays beautifully from every angle.
Condition is very good overall with light age-appropriate surface wear. Please review all photos closely as they are part of the description.
A great addition to a collection of Japanese ceramics, Banko ware, studio pottery, wabi-sabi decor or mid-century decorative art pottery.
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