A Japanese Awaji Large Charger - Torii Gate - ShowaJuly 2014 Auction by Far East Asian ArtA Japanese studio pottery from Awaji Wajima. Decorated with an underglaze stylized design of a Torii Gate with four people walking nearby. The charger measures 13 3/4" diameter by 2 1/4" deep.Signed – Tosui. The Tosui Ceramic School Yakimono Kobo Tosui- Kawara", is in Awaji Island. Dates from the mid 20th century, Showa period.
Some light tan staining on the right side of the design - otherwise excellent condition with no chips or restorations.
