Antique Japanese Bizen Tsubo - Meiji Period Tea Storage Jar.

A magnificent Japanese Bizen Tsubo (壺) from the Meiji period (1868-1912), originally used for storing tea leaves.

Dimensions: height 29 cm, diameter 30 cm. Weight: 11 kg.

This impressive earthenware vessel is handcrafted and wood-fired, resulting in a natural glaze finish with warm earthy tones.

The tsubo features the characteristic rough, granular texture typical of Bizen pottery.

Complete with a matching wooden lid, this Tsubo remains not only a functional storage piece but also a timeless decorative element.

Perfect as a vase for ikebana arrangements or as a statement piece in both traditional and modern interiors.