Kiyomizu Rokubei Gama Nesting Crane Okimono bamboo ladle In 1996 Shimaoka was designated

In 1996 Shimaoka was designated as a Living National Treasure

His two sons

This particular bowl represents the month of July from the series

A maekake is a traditional type of work wear made from thick indigo coloured fabric

and 1992 he received the Fukuoka Prefecture Skilled Craftsperson Achievement Award

Kiyomizu Rokubei Gama Nesting Crane Okimono bamboo ladle In 1996 Shimaoka was designated*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS. This listing is for a splendid Kiyomizu ware nesting crane okimono made by the highly esteemed Kiyomizu Rokubei Gama. It is decorated with white glaze, and its tail feathers trimmed with black. It has a red crown and the birds beak is coated in clear glaze. The stamp of the kiln can be found on the bottom, and it comes with its original