Item Description: Teramoto Mamoru 寺本守 (1949-) - Ginsai (Silver Glaze) Tsubo (Jar) - Decorated by Matsumoto Saichi This is a striking silver-glazed jar by Teramoto Mamoru, a distinguished ceramic artist from Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture, and member of the Japan Kogei Association. The piece features exquisite decorative painting executed by Matsumoto Saichi, creating a harmonious collaboration between two accomplished artists. The distinctive surface treatment and paintwork showcase the unique aesthetic that characterizes Teramoto's work. Teramoto Mamoru was born in 1949 in Kanagawa Prefecture and graduated from Kasama City Ceramic Art School in 1976. He then completed his studies at the 27th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition in 1980. Throughout his distinguished career, he has received numerous prestigious honors including awards at the Japan Traditional Crafts New Works Exhibition and has been selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition multiple times. His works have been exhibited internationally, including at monument creation projects and museum exhibitions across Japan and abroad. Teramoto's ceramic art represents a perfect fusion of traditional Kasama pottery techniques with contemporary artistic expression. This jar exemplifies the collaborative nature of fine ceramic art, with the silver glaze application by Teramoto providing the canvas for Matsumoto Saichi's masterful painted decoration. The piece comes with its original wooden box (Tomobako), protective cloth (Tomofuki), and artist's biography card (Shiori), confirming its authenticity and prestigious provenance. The spherical form and refined surface treatment make this piece an outstanding example of contemporary Kasama pottery, suitable for both display and appreciation as a fine art object. Size Height: 18.5 cm Width: 18.5 cm Depth: 18.5 cm Weight: 1163 g / 1.16 kg Condition In very good condition with no notable scratches or damage. Minor wear consistent with age and handling may be present. Artist Profile Teramoto Mamoru 寺本守 (1949-) is a prominent ceramic artist from Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture, and a member of the Japan Kogei Association. Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1949, Teramoto established himself as one of the leading contemporary ceramic artists working in the Kasama pottery tradition. After graduating from Kasama City Ceramic Art School in 1976 and completing the 27th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition program in 1980, Teramoto built an exceptional career marked by numerous prestigious exhibitions and awards: Major Achievements: Selected for Japan Traditional Crafts New Works Exhibition (1980, with award in 1990) Selected for Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition multiple times (1981, 1982, 1994) Award at the 46th Japan Traditional Crafts New Works Exhibition (2006) Award at the 48th East Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition (2008) Award at the 49th East Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition (2009) Award recipient at the 38th Traditional Crafts Ceramic Division Japan Kogei Association Exhibition (2010) Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition (2013) - Selected MOA Museum of Art exhibitions (2014, 2015) International Recognition: Monument creation projects (1994, 1997) Kasama Prefecture Cultural Society, Cultural Award (1999) Temple Offerings Exhibition "Colors of the Sky, Temples and Guards" (2000) Multiple international exhibitions and museum collections Current Positions: Regular member of Japan Kogei Association (Nihon Kogeikai Sekaiin) Member of Japan Kogei Association, Japan Kogei Association Ceramic Division (Togeikan) Member of Traditional Crafts Association and Japan Ceramic Art Association Teramoto is recognized for his mastery of silver glaze (Ginsai) techniques and his ability to create works that bridge traditional Kasama pottery methods with contemporary artistic vision. His collaborations with skilled decorators like Matsumoto Saichi demonstrate the traditional Japanese approach to ceramic art, where multiple craftspeople contribute their expertise to create exceptional pieces. 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.