Item Description This exquisite celadon incense burner is crafted by Masayuki Uraguchi (b. 1964), a celebrated contemporary ceramic artist renowned for his innovative approaches to traditional celadon techniques. The piece showcases the artist's signature "seiji" (青瓷) style, distinguished by a beautifully crazed glaze that exhibits rich depth and subtle variations in tone. The thick, lustrous glaze creates an enchanting surface where light plays across the intricate network of crazing, evoking the mystical quality that has made celadon so treasured throughout history. The form displays elegant proportions with a stable base and gently curved body, perfect for tea ceremony use or as a contemplative object in a traditional tokonoma alcove. Uraguchi's work represents the evolution of celadon from ancient Chinese traditions through modern Japanese aesthetics. His mastery lies not only in recreating classical glazes but in developing original formulations that achieve complex color variations and crystalline effects unique to his oeuvre. This incense burner embodies the artist's dedication to advancing celadon techniques while maintaining the spiritual essence that has captivated collectors for centuries. A perfect piece for serious collectors of contemporary Japanese ceramics or tea ceremony practitioners. w/o the wooden stand Size Height: 10.0 cm Width: 10.8 cm Depth: 10.8 cm Condition The piece is in good overall condition with a small chip on the lid and minor signs of age consistent with a ceramic work. Artist Profile Masayuki Uraguchi was born in 1964 in Suginami Ward, Tokyo. He graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts in 1987 and completed his graduate studies under the tutelage of Kohei Miura in 1989. Uraguchi established his first kiln in Haga-machi, Tochigi Prefecture in 1991, later relocating his studio to Ishioka City, Ibaraki Prefecture in 2001. His work has garnered significant recognition both in Japan and internationally. In 1990, he received the Excellence Award at the International Ceramic Exhibition, and in 2002, he won the Special Prize at the Ibaraki Prefectural Art Festival Exhibition. His works were acquired by the New Orleans Museum of Art in 2004, and he has exhibited at prestigious venues including the Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum and Ettlingen Castle Museum in Germany. Uraguchi is a full member of the Japan Kogei Association and a member of the Ibaraki Kogei Association. He serves as a Furusato Ambassador for Ishioka City. His artistic philosophy centers on exploring new technical and expressive possibilities within celadon while honoring its profound historical legacy. He has developed numerous original glaze formulations, including his celebrated "Seiji Kokusho" (青瓷黒晶) series featuring crystalline crackle patterns, and continues to push the boundaries of contemporary celadon artistry. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.