Japan - Help identifying maker/generation of this Shigaraki ware (signed Rakusai?)
Hi, I recently bought this piece in Japan and I’m trying to identify the maker and possibly the generation.
I was told it might be Rakusai, but I’m not sure which generation (if that’s even identifiable from the mark alone). There’s no mention of “3rd gen” or anything like that on the piece itself, just the signature.
From what I understand, Shigaraki artists often don’t include generation numbers in the signature and it must be deciphered from the Calligraphy style and seal and I did try comparing the seals, the 3rd gen and 4th gen seals look the same, So I don’t want to assume anything incorrectly.
I’ve attached photos of the piece and the mark — any help with reading the kanji or identifying the kiln/artist would be really appreciated!
Thanks in advance
