Item Description This exquisite spherical vase showcases the refined artistry of Japanese ceramic tradition, featuring a stunning tenmoku-style glaze with oil spot effects. The piece exhibits a deep, lustrous black body dramatically accented by flowing blue-grey glaze that cascades down one side, creating a mesmerizing waterfall-like pattern reminiscent of the celebrated yohen tenmoku technique. The spherical form is perfectly balanced, with a small opening at the top finished with a dark glaze. The exposed terracotta clay at the base reveals the traditional craftsmanship, where the natural warmth of the clay body contrasts beautifully with the glossy black glaze. The oil spot glaze creates an ethereal quality, with silvery-blue crystalline formations that seem to shimmer across the dark surface. This vase represents the Japanese ceramic tradition of tenmoku glazing, a technique originally inspired by Chinese Song Dynasty tea bowls but refined and reinterpreted by Japanese potters over centuries. The unpredictable nature of the glaze firing creates unique patterns, making each piece truly one-of-a-kind. The compact size makes it perfect for displaying as an objet d'art or for showcasing a single stem arrangement in the traditional ikebana style. The piece demonstrates excellent firing control and glaze application, with the dramatic contrast between the flowing glaze and the pristine black surface creating a dynamic visual tension. This is a fine example of contemporary Japanese studio pottery that honors ancient ceramic traditions. Size Height: 19 cm Width: 15 cm Depth: 15 cm Weight 649 g Condition The vase is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The glaze shows natural variations characteristic of the tenmoku firing technique, with some minor surface irregularities that are typical and desirable in this traditional style. Artist Profile Artist unknown. This piece represents the Japanese ceramic tradition of tenmoku glazing, demonstrating skilled craftsmanship in both form and glaze application. 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.