Kutani Ware Ceramic Tokkuri (Sake Flask) by Living Master Jun Takegoshi (武腰潤) - Mt. Fuji Design - 17cm An exceptional and highly collectible vintage Japanese Kutani ware (九谷焼) sake flask (徳利 - Tokkuri), masterfully handcrafted and painted by the celebrated ceramic artist Jun Takegoshi (武腰潤), a designated Intangible Cultural Property holder of Ishikawa Prefecture. The base of the flask features his formal underglaze red stamped signature mark "潤" (Jun). This exquisite piece perfectly demonstrates Takegoshi's signature contemporary style, breaking away from conventional folk motifs to present a bold, modern graphic design while using traditional thick overglaze enamels. The smooth, milky-white porcelain body is decorated with a vibrant, hand-painted panoramic mountain ridge, anchored by a magnificent depiction of Mt. Fuji (Fujisan). The snow-capped summit is brilliantly highlighted with genuine gold leaf (Kinjaku), while the slopes transition into rich shades of violet and sky blue. Below the mountain, the landscape transforms into a stunning abstract series of colorful, undulating horizontal wave bands in turquoise, yellow, red, lavender, and brown, outlined with delicate dark underglaze lines. The narrow neck is accented by a soft, pale blue ring around the lip. With its sleek, elegant form and artistic brilliance, this flask serves as an exceptional functional vessel for serving fine sake, a striking flower vase, or a museum-quality centerpiece for collectors of contemporary Japanese studio pottery. - Artist/Signature: 武腰潤 (Jun Takegoshi - Intangible Cultural Property of Ishikawa Prefecture) - Style/Kiln: Kutani Ware (Kutani-yaki / 九谷焼) - Design: Mt. Fuji and Abstract Colorful Strata Waves - Material: Porcelain / Ceramic - Country of Origin: Japan (Ishikawa Prefecture) - Dimensions: 17 cm (Height) x 8 cm (Width) x 8 cm (Depth) - Weight: 300 g - Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The colorful overglaze enamels remain remarkably bright, glossy, and pristine. The gold leaf on the mountain peak is wonderfully reflective and completely intact without flaking or rub loss. The porcelain body is clean and smooth with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The foot rim shows minor unglazed shelf aging appropriate for its period. Please review the detailed photos carefully to evaluate the condition. [Shipping & Customs Notice] • Shipped from Japan: Please note that this item will be dispatched directly from Japan. Due to international transit and customs inspection, delivery will require additional time to arrive at your destination. • Customs Duties and Taxes: Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other local charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These expenses are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please check with your country's customs office to determine these additional costs prior to bidding.