15th century
Height 25.5cm, Bowl diameter 4.5cm, Body diameter 17.0cm, Bottom diameter 11.0cm
Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum
　This is a type of kosedoko that newly appeared in the Muromachi period (1333-1573), and is probably modeled after lacquer ware vases, judging from its form. Since the mid-Muromachi period, when most vessels were ash-glazed, iron-glazed vessels have also been seen. This vessel is an early example of this type of vase and is thought to have been made around the beginning of the 15th century. It is made of yellowish-white clay and is water-ground, with the base and foot made separately and joined together. It has a low step at the joint between the neck and shoulder. The design consists of three parallel lines running from the shoulders to the body. The sleeves are slightly oxidized and yellowish green in color. The glaze is a shiny blackish-brown color that contrasts vividly with the yellowish green of the ground, making this vase particularly outstanding. This type of iron-glaze pouring was in vogue from the Nanbokucho period to the early Muromachi period (1336-1573), but the intent of this practice is unknown.
