Urne - Keramik - Japan - Masami Kobayashi – mit

japanese ceramic incense burner created by masami kobayashi (小林政美), a ceramic artist associated with kasama ware, one of japan’s well-known pottery traditions.

the work has a sculptural rounded form with a textured grey-brown surface. the lid is decorated with an expressive raised motif highlighted with gold-toned detailing, while an additional small gold-toned decorative element appears on the body.

the contrast between the restrained earthy ceramic surface and the metallic accents gives the piece a distinctive contemporary japanese aesthetic.

the incense burner separates into two sections and has a spacious interior for holding incense. an opening at the top allows the fragrance and smoke to escape.

included are:

* the ceramic incense burner
* original wooden storage box
* fabric cord
* artist information sheet
* accompanying paper document

the wooden box bears handwritten calligraphy.

the accompanying biography identifies the artist as masami kobayashi and records his activity in japanese ceramic exhibitions and art events from the late 1970s through the 1990s. the documentation also references his connections with the kasama ceramic art community in ibaraki prefecture.

artist: masami kobayashi / 小林政美
o origin: japan
ceramic tradition: kasama ware / 笠間焼
object: incense burner / koro
material: ceramic
period: late 20th century
estimated production period: circa 1980s–1990s
with original wooden box and documentation

condition:
the piece is in vintage condition. please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition, surface texture and any signs of age or use.

a distinctive piece for collectors of japanese studio pottery, kasama ware, contemporary ceramics and traditional japanese incense utensils.