A Japanese Kashiki bowl by Kiyomizu Rokubei II (1790-1860), Edo period (1603-1868), circa early 19th century, Eccentrically modelled as a misshapen pouring vessel with spout and two handles in stoneware, covered in a 'Chosen Karatsu' type phosphatic glaze and decorated in iron brown with plum blossom. Two character impressed mark for Rokubei II within a double hexagon to the base, 9.5 cm high, 24 cm wide,