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For similar examples, see Katsura Matasaburo, Bizen (Toji taikei [A compendium of ceramics], vol. 10; Tokyo, Heibonsha, 1973), cat. nos. 14-16
![A BIZEN KAKEHANAIRE [HANGING FLOWER VASE]](https://www.christies.com/img/LotImages/2001/CKS/2001_CKS_06547_0051_000(030749).jpg?w=1)
WITH IMPRESSED PRUNUS-BLOSSOM MARK, MOMOYAMA/EARLY EDO PERIOD (EARLY 17TH CENTURY)
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A BIZEN KAKEHANAIRE [HANGING FLOWER VASE]
With Impressed Prunus-Blossom Mark, Momoyama/Early Edo Period (Early 17th Century)
Of cylindrical form thickening at the shoulder, with roughly incised circumferential and vertical lines, the stoneware body with a reddish glaze, fitted with a metal eyelet, the base with the red kao [cursive monogram], of gengensai
9¼in. (23.5cm.) high
With Impressed Prunus-Blossom Mark, Momoyama/Early Edo Period (Early 17th Century)
Of cylindrical form thickening at the shoulder, with roughly incised circumferential and vertical lines, the stoneware body with a reddish glaze, fitted with a metal eyelet, the base with the red kao [cursive monogram], of gengensai
9¼in. (23.5cm.) high
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