This large, tall Banko-yaki yunomi (teacup) is made from purple clay and sports a subtle patch of ash glaze.
Banko-yaki (萬古焼) is a type of Japanese pottery that traditionally comes from Yokkaichi in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Its characteristic purple hue comes from the mixture of red oxidised iron and blue high temperature-baked iron in the clay.
Dimensions:
6.7cm (2.6in) - width
10.8cm (4.3in) - height
260ml - capacity
Condition: Excellent
This vintage Japanese item ships from Thailand.
