25269 MAKUZU Kosai (Manabu dragon crest cup)

Height 6.6cm

Diameter 8.5cm

The second generation Makatsu Kosai

Born in 1922 (Taisho 11)

His pen names were Kosai and Jihei (after retirement).

In 1972, he took on the name of the 5th Miyagawa Kosai (2nd Makatsu Kosai).

He received the "Makatsu" seal from the 13th head of the Omotesenke school, Jokuchuusai Soza.

In 2002, he retired and handed over the family headship to his adopted son Kazuo, taking the name "Jihei."

After the death of the 11th head of the Hisada family, Mutekisai Soya, he sought the guidance of the 12th head, Jinyusai Soya, and produced tea ware. His pottery seals include "Kousai", "Makatsu", "Jusui Goseki", and others.