Large remarkable porcelain Vase made by Maeda Taishou前田 泰昭(1937- ). The artist successfully made an exquisite and extraordinary work of art through the light discoloration treatment and firing of several colors and the design of three-dimensional cinnabar patterns. The subject of the vase - Uzushio渦潮whirling tides Artist: Maeda Taishou前田 泰昭(1937- )(泰 was signed by the artist on the bottom) Maeda Taishou - Born in 1937. After working as a designer at a ceramics manufacturer in Arita Town, he became independent at the age of 36. He is known for his unique cinnabar expressions, and is active mainly at Nitten. He has won many awards, including the Nitten Special Selection twice and the Minister of Education Award at the Japan New Crafts Exhibition, and is highly regarded as a leading expert on cinnabar. He is a Nitten member, director of the Japan New Crafts Federation, and vice president of the Prefectural Ceramics Association. He makes full use of a variety of techniques, including kiln hentenmoku, and his skill is truly impressive. However, these are not the main characters, but are clearly positioned as ``a series of things that lead to cinnabar.'' His works has been exhibited in the British Museum in 2000. Height: 26 cm Diameter: 30 cm Weight: 3.94 kg Excellent condition, barely used with minimal signs of wear, please also take a look at the listed photos for a reference. Will be well packaged and shipping by Japan Post in fast delivery.