VINTAGE HAPPU OTAGIRI CHICKEN HEN JAPAN POTTERY 8.5" PITCHER & PLATE 5"

Description

Here for sale is a very fine example of Japanese Art Stoneware Pottery created by HAPPU OTAGIRI  from the famous studio known for their hen chicken design from the 1960's - 1970's.   The pitcher is chicken shaped and stands 8 1/2" tall and measures 6 3/4" wide from beak to handle edge across with a base of 3 5/8" by 2 3/4". Both pieces are in very good vintage condition with no concerns noticed.  Paper label on pitcher is partially worn away is stamped in ink "Made in Japan.  The little plate measures approximately 5 1/8" and is is nearly 1" high at the tail and beak, like a small dish or bowl.  It has HAPPU embedded and stamped in to it. They feature a burnished glazing on the chicken's head, tail and feathers and have features that the artist carved into the form before firing. The centers of the plate and pitcher feature an abstract geometric swirl pattern in the middle, carved in relief to the actual form. The artist then hand-painted over it with a cobalt blue semi-transparent glaze. Both feature a subtle blue hue from the overall glaze on the front and tiny dots of brown.  There is variation in each piece due to the handcrafting and hand painting.
It is heavy and I may have to adjust the amount for shipping depending on your zip code area but will refund immediately if I have asked to much for shipping.
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If I have asked too much  money to ship to your area, you will get a refund immediately.  I will do whatever possible to reduce the cost of shipping. The amount listed here is simply an estimate and very seldom is it increased, and then only for real distance, weight of the package and insurance. A corrected invoice will be sent if necessary. I reserve the right to ask for and receive the real amount for shipping costs. Payment is due within three days of the auction ending time. Thanks for looking and good luck always!
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If the item is broken or damaged during shipping (I ALWAYS inspect everything before it leaves here) and there is insurance on the item, the claim must be started at the buyer's location and should not be returned to me. Always contact me to make sure that you have everything you need to do this. I wrap very well and don't expect there to be any problems.