Item Description: This is a modern sculptural flower vase by Japanese contemporary ceramic artist Jinnai Sakata (坂田甚内, b. 1943). The vessel exhibits a powerful and organic form with undulating ridges that wrap around the body, giving it a dynamic, almost geological presence. The natural gradation of earthy browns blending into deep charcoal tones is the result of careful firing techniques, highlighting both the raw texture of the clay and the artist’s mastery of black-fired pottery (kokutō). The rugged surface carries traces of hand-building, with deliberate irregularities and tool marks that emphasize the tactile, earthy quality of the clay. The wide mouth opens slightly outward with asymmetrical edges, further enhancing its sculptural impact. While clearly functional as a flower vase (kaki), this piece is equally suited as a stand-alone art object, embodying Sakata’s vision of ceramics as both vessel and sculpture. Signed on the base, this work reflects Sakata’s unique artistic language, where the interplay of form, texture, and elemental firing techniques converge into a deeply spiritual and expressive object. Size: Height: approx. 25 cm Width: approx. 23 × 23 cm Artist/Armourer Profile: Jinnai Sakata (坂田甚内, 1943–) Jinnai Sakata studied under Akira Kamoda in 1964 and established his own kiln in Mashiko in 1966. Since then, he has held solo exhibitions regularly at major galleries including Akasaka Green Gallery, Nihonbashi Takashimaya, and overseas venues like the New York Takashimaya Art Gallery. His artistic journey spans ceramic, glass, and paper media, evolving into complex installations and collaborative works. Starting in the 1990s, Sakata began creating works combining black-fired pottery (kokutō) with Japanese washi paper and later with metal foils and glass. He is known for large sculptural vessels and symbolic forms that explore themes of coexistence, memory, and spiritual reverence. His works have been exhibited and installed in prestigious locations such as Ise Grand Shrine, Izumo Taisha, and Atsuta Shrine, and have been featured in numerous Japanese publications and television programs. 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.