DESCRIPTION Beautiful shaped ceramic vase. Good condition Item Description: Behold the robust character and profound craftsmanship of Teru Okada's Bizen ware, a piece rich in the heritage of one of Japan's most cherished pottery traditions. Okada Teru, who apprenticed under the legendary Living National Treasure, Fujiwara Yu, brings forward this elegant and stout creation, marked by its austere and natural glaze-less beauty. Recognized at the Japanese Traditional Craft Exhibition in 1975 and lauded with awards including the Minister of Education Award at the Middle Day International Ceramic Exhibition, Okada's mastery is reflected in this vessel. The pottery's deep earthen hues and the distinctive markings from the firing process make this piece a living testimony to the Bizen legacy. Okada, a former professor at Kurashiki University of Science and the Arts and creator of the Bizen ware wall "Dance · Praise · Brilliance" at JR Maizuru Line's Nishi-Maizuru station, instills in this work a narrative of both cultural reverence and innovative artistry. Size: Height: 20 cm Width: 20 cm Depth: 13 cm Mouth Diameter: 6 cm Artist Profile: Teru Okada, an esteemed ceramist, studied under Fujiwara Yu, a figure synonymous with excellence in the world of Japanese ceramics. His accolades, beginning with his inaugural selection at the Japanese Traditional Craft Exhibition in 1975, tell the story of a lifetime dedicated to perfecting his craft. As a former design and arts professor at Kurashiki University of Science and the Arts and the creator of prominent public art installations, Okada has significantly contributed to both educational realms and the broader artistic landscape. His retirement in 2016 marked the end of an era of profound influence, yet his creations continue to resonate with the elegance and depth of Bizen pottery. 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.