(Japanese, 1894-1977) Teapot in brown stoneware with persimmon highlights and molded handle and faceted sides, late 1940s, 8 x 7-1/4 in.. Condition: good condition. Notes: Hamada Shoji is considered by many to be the most important Japanese potter of the 20th century, in part due to his international travel and influence. Mashiko pottery village was a major focus of Prof. Bennett’s research while in post-war Japan, and he was emphatic that this teapot was made by and given to him personally by Hamada. The lot includes an [Arts of Asia] for April 2002 that shows a virtually identical teapot as part of the Ohara Museum of Art Collection (page 85). Please Note: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Collection of Prof. John W. Bennett; Collection of Commander USNR (Ret.) Wayne S. and Mrs. Lydia B. Shiver, Asheboro, North Carolina good condition