This is a vase for single flowers, inspired by paper balloon, created by Takashi Matsui. Takashi Matsui is a pottery artist specializing in Shimizu-yaki. He creates vases and tea bowls, among other items. His representative works include paper balloons and floral patterns. Additionally, his tea bowls feature modern designs with checked patterns. Takashi Matsui is the fourth-generation president of Matsui Pottery Company, located in Onoda City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Vase size Center Diameter 7.5 cm Height 7.0 cm Weight 130 g Box size Width 10.2 cm Depth 10.0 cm Height 9.7 cm Total Weight 300 g Condition: The condition is good. It has been stored at home. There is almost no usability. 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. 031822060325