This vase is an Arita ware vase made by Fukagawa Pottery, a purveyor to the Imperial Household Agency. The author is Hidemine 秀峰. The Imperial Household Agency has many vases, but this is a slightly older type. The floral pattern has an old design. Arita ware is the general term for ceramics produced in Arita Town, Saga Prefecture. As it was the first place in Japan to produce porcelain, it is considered the origin of Japan's porcelain industry. Arita ware is known for its intricate painting and rich colors that reflect Japan's traditional aesthetic sense. Center 18.4 cm Bottom 9.0 cm Top 9.5 cm Height 18.0 cm Weight 1410 g Condition: The condition is generally good. There is almost no noticeable damage. There may be scratches, dirt, scuffs, dullness, and peeling paint. It was stored at home. It was only lightly cleaned. There are many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 042522270502