Item Description This is a Japanese studio ceramic vase from the Mashiko ware (益子焼, Mashiko-yaki) tradition, created by potter 若林聳 Wakabayashi Shō. The vase has a full, rounded body typical of Mashiko pottery, finished in a soft matte white glaze that gives the surface a gentle, tactile quality. Around the body, hotarubukuro (bellflower, Campanula punctata) blossoms are depicted in a combination of carved relief and iron-brown underglaze painting. The white petals are rendered in raised, sculpted glaze, while the leaves and stems are painted in a warm iron-brown tone, creating a pleasing contrast against the pale background. The piece is thrown with visible horizontal throwing lines and has an organically irregular, hand-shaped silhouette rather than a perfectly symmetrical form, which is characteristic of hand-built Mashiko studio pottery. The base bears an impressed maker's mark, and the vase comes with its original wooden storage box (tomobako), which is typically inscribed by the artist and helps confirm authenticity and provenance. This piece would suit collectors of Japanese studio ceramics or anyone looking for a characterful ikebana vase with a naturalistic floral motif. Size Height: 21.5 cm Width: 20 cm Depth: 20 cm Condition No significant chips, cracks, or stains were noted upon inspection; the glaze surface and carved decoration are intact. Please refer to the photographs for a full visual assessment, as they form part of the item description. Additional Information Ware: Mashiko ware (益子焼, Mashiko-yaki), Japan Artist: Wakabayashi Shō (若林聳) Accessories: Original signed wooden storage box (tomobako) Technique: Wheel-thrown stoneware with carved relief and iron-brown underglaze decoration under a matte white glaze 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.