Item Description: This is a finely crafted ceramic vase by Ayano Mito (三戸綾乃), titled "Zogan Budou-mon Kabin" (Inlaid Grape Design Vase). Executed with refined ceramic techniques, this piece features a charming grapevine motif, rendered with a mix of slip inlay and glazed relief. The dark brown-black body provides a beautiful contrast to the soft-toned leaves and vibrant blue grapes, giving the work a tactile and visual appeal. Each grape cluster is raised slightly from the surface, showcasing the artist’s attention to detail and her contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese ceramic decoration. The surface has a subtly textured, almost stone-like finish, enhancing the organic quality of the design. The piece bears the artist’s signature on the base and comes with the original tomobako (signed box) and authenticity leaflet. This is a collectible work by an established contemporary ceramic artist recognized in numerous Japanese art exhibitions. Size: Height: 10 cm Width: 11.2 cm Depth: 11.2 cm Artist Profile: Ayano Mito (三戸綾乃) 2000 Graduated from Fukuoka University of Education, Department of Fine Arts 2002 Completed graduate studies at the same university Exhibitions & Awards include: Gold Prize, Kitakyushu City Art Exhibition (2000) Selected for Fukuoka City Art Exhibition, Fukuoka Prefecture Art Exhibition Awards from Chikuho Art Exhibition (2001–2004) Selected for numerous national ceramics exhibitions: Japan Traditional Craft Exhibition (2006, 2008, 2010, 2011) Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition (2015) Kyushu & Yamaguchi Ceramic Exhibition Western Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition (multiple times) Built her kiln in Moka City, Tochigi Prefecture (2009) Studied under ceramic artist Moriyasu Saeki (2002–2009) 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.