Item Description A striking large ceramic flower vase by renowned Kyoto ceramic artist Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011), one of the leading figures of modern Kyo-yaki (Kyoto ware) during the Showa and Heisei periods. This elegant vase features a rounded baluster form decorated with vibrant vertical streams of turquoise blue, ivory, amber, brown, and deep black glazes. The richly textured surface displays a beautiful crackled effect beneath the flowing glazes, creating remarkable depth and luminosity. The harmonious combination of bold color and refined craftsmanship exemplifies Kanzan's distinctive artistic style. The base bears the artist's impressed mark, and the vase is accompanied by its original signed wooden tomobako (storage box) with protective cloth. Both the vase and box are included in this lot. The vase is in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. A highly decorative work suitable for collectors of modern Japanese studio ceramics, Kyo-yaki, and important post-war Japanese art pottery. Size Vase Height: 22 cm Width: Approx. 18 cm With wooden box Height: 25.7 cm Width: 21 cm Weight Vase: 2,166 g Including wooden box: 2,970 g Artist Profile Shinkai Kanzan (1912–2011) was one of Kyoto's most celebrated ceramic artists and a leading master of modern Kyo-yaki. Born into the distinguished Seifu Yohei pottery lineage, he studied under Kiyomizu Rokubei V and established an exceptional career spanning more than seven decades. Following his return from Siberian internment after World War II, Kanzan developed an original style that combined traditional Kyoto ceramic techniques with modern artistic expression. His works are admired for their rich textures, expressive glazes, and refined decorative compositions. Throughout his career he received numerous prestigious honors, including the Minister of Education Award at the Nitten Exhibition, the Japan Art Academy Prize, and the Order of the Rising Sun. His works are held in major museum collections, including the National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto. ## Shipping Information This item will be shipped via **Japan Post Surface Mail (Sea Freight)**. **Estimated delivery time:** approximately **2 months**, although delivery times may vary depending on customs clearance and local postal processing. Please note that it is normal for tracking information to remain unchanged for an extended period while the parcel is traveling by sea. Tracking will usually resume once the shipment arrives in the destination country and has been processed by customs or the local postal service. Every item is carefully packed with appropriate protective materials to ensure safe international transportation. ### Notice for Customers in Certain EU Countries Due to **Japan Post's temporary suspension of accepting certain IOSS shipments**, orders meeting **all** of the following conditions will be shipped via **DHL** instead of Japan Post: * Destination: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Luxembourg, or Portugal * Declared item value: **under €150** * The shipment is processed using the **IOSS** system For DHL shipments, the parcel is first delivered to our forwarding partner in Japan. This transfer usually takes **2–3 business days**. After the forwarding partner ships the parcel via DHL, the estimated delivery time is approximately **one week**, depending on the destination. A DHL tracking number will be issued in advance. Please note that tracking information may not be updated until the parcel has been received and processed by our forwarding partner. As DHL shipping is arranged through our forwarding partner, shipping charges for these destinations are higher than those for Japan Post Surface Mail. Please check our **Shipping Rates by Country/Region** before placing your order. Thank you very much for your understanding.