【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 【Product details】 This expressive black pottery bowl by Jinnai Sakata combines functional simplicity with sculptural presence. While shaped as a vessel, it also stands as an art object, showcasing the artist’s mastery of form and texture. Created through high-temperature carbonisation firing, the surface reveals a deep black tone unique among Mashiko ware, highlighted by Sakata’s characteristic Shinjin-mon (deep-impression pattern) that enhances the tactile quality of the clay. Mashiko ware, produced since the late Edo period in Tochigi Prefecture, is known for its earthy texture and warmth of touch. Sakata reinterprets this traditional pottery through a contemporary aesthetic, exploring the expressive possibilities of material and form. Jinnai Sakata studied under Shoji Kamoda in 1964 and established his kiln in Mashiko in 1966. He has exhibited widely in Japan and internationally, extending his practice to paper, glass, and lighting. Good used condition with minor blemishes, including natural firing cracks formed in the kiln and slight surface wear. Some charcoal residue may come off when handled. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 12.5 cm W 29.2 cm D 28.1 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!dding!