No. 6610389: A classic early antique Japanese bonsai pot by Hiroshi Nakano, handcrafted in purple clay. Rectangular with bag-style open rim and outer edge; base bears the mark "Hiroshi Nakano made." Classic form, superb patina, clearly handmade with visible artisanal marks. Estimated age over 45 years. Hiroshi Nakano, renowned potter from Nagoya, specializes in purple clay pots and is highly esteemed in the ceramic world.
