This is an ash-glazed kiln-transformed flower vase from Shichisawa Shigaraki, created by Katsutoshi Kanehama 金浜勝利. It has a very unique shape, resembling a single tube bent and curved to form a vase. Because it's tube-shaped, the bottom is hollow and connected. The color scheme incorporates brown, a symbol of Shigaraki ware, woven into a base of white clay. Furthermore, the white body is mixed with red, creating a unique atmosphere. I've never seen a vase of this shape before, and I find it to be a very impactful vase. For those seeking not just an ordinary vase but one with impact, I highly recommend getting one. Shichisawa Shigaraki is known for its water-borne clay, suitable for flower vases, pots, and other pottery. It has a white hue and fine texture, which brings out the colors of glazes nicely. Shigaraki-yaki (Shigaraki ware) is a type of pottery produced in the vicinity of Shigaraki Town in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the Six Ancient Kilns of Japan and has a history dating back approximately 1200 years. Shigaraki-yaki is made by kneading clay and ingredients such as wood chips, mica, and frog eyes into clay, giving it elasticity and allowing for the creation of thick-walled and large pottery items. It is characterized by its sticky and high-quality clay, allowing for a wide range of items from small to gigantic. The charm of Shigaraki-yaki lies in its rustic appearance, which reflects the richness of nature. When fired, it develops beautiful warm colors such as flesh tones, pinks, and reddish-brown hues, and applying glass glaze or scorching to its surface creates a unique, human-like, soft, and warm expression in pottery that is not found in other regions. Shigaraki-yaki is said to have originated when Emperor Shomu ordered the tiles for Shigaraki Palace, built in 742 during the Nara period. In 1976, Shigaraki-yaki was designated as a traditional craft of Japan, recognizing its historical and cultural value. Vase size Width 21.5 cm Depth 11.8 cm Height 29.3 cm Weight 2200 kg Box size Width 23.8 cm Depth 13.8 cm Height 33.8 cm Total Weight 3300 g Condition: The condition is good. There is hardly any noticeable use. It has been stored at home. Please take a look as I have posted many photos. 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. 032821330402