【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 A cylindrical vase in Bizen ware from the Showa period, produced at Nanzan Kiln by Tokunaga Osamu. Bizen ware is one of Japan’s traditional ceramic styles, fired at high temperatures without glaze. Its appeal lies in the natural textures created by the clay and the effects of the kiln firing process. This piece features the characteristic “Hidasuki” pattern, where rice straw is wrapped around the vessel before firing. The interaction between the straw ash and iron in the clay produces the distinctive reddish linear markings resembling flame traces. The original wooden box and the accompanying leaflet identify the work as a piece by Tokunaga Osamu of Nanzan Kiln. The base is also impressed with the seal “Osamu.” Well suited as a flower vessel for ikebana or as a decorative object in a Japanese interior. Good vintage condition overall. The vase shows minor kiln-related irregularities along the rim inherent to the firing process and not considered damage. The wooden box and accompanying leaflet show minor blemishes and age-related wear, and the box lid has slight warping. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 21.2 cm W 9.5 cm D 9.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!