Tokoname Tiger Toothpick Holder tree root kadai There’s some minor scuffing/scratches on

There’s some minor scuffing/scratches on the frame plus some nicks in the lacquer

It is wheel-thrown and the front features a light sprinkling of natural ash glaze

Red Fuji is a phenomenon that occurs during sunrise and sunset when the snow cap appears bright red

and received the Kyoto Mayor Award at the Kyoto Overglaze Ceramic Art Exhibition

The green colour is vitrified ash

Tokoname Tiger Toothpick Holder tree root kadai There’s some minor scuffing/scratches on*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a vintage Tokoname ware toothpick holder possibly made to commemorate the Year of the Tiger back in 1998. It has been made using a press mould and coated with red slip. The slip is a little glossy depending on the light, I have photos with lighting and photos without to give a better idea. Toothpick holders like these are