Matsumoto Hisashi Iga-ware Kogo vintage buddha The stamp of the potter

The stamp of the potter can be found on the base

ornaments and jewellery became popular as souvenirs so little tortoise ashtrays have made their way around the world

and scuffing on the bottom

The surface is polished and then the process is repeated over and over until a beautiful raised pattern appears

Matsumoto Hisashi Iga-ware Kogo vintage buddha The stamp of the potter*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for an Iga ware kogo made around 20 years ago by noted potter, Matsumoto Hisashi. It is hand moulded and shaped to resemble a pine cone. It is wood fired and has an ample coating of natural ash glaze along the top. Its suitable for holding both woodchip and kneaded type incense, though pottery kogo are typically used for