Item Description 橋本秀一 Hashimoto Shuichi（1954-） Mashiko Stoneware Flower Vase This elegant cylindrical flower vase is a fine example of the Mashiko folk-craft tradition, crafted by Hashimoto Shuichi — a distinguished potter born and based in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture. The vessel features a boldly hand-painted glaze decoration in grey-green (seiji-toned) and cream-white, applied in sweeping horizontal and geometric brush strokes that evoke a quiet, abstract landscape. The layered glazing technique reveals the warm reddish-brown stoneware body through intentional gaps and thinning, creating a dynamic interplay of texture and color highly characteristic of Mashiko's mingei (folk craft) aesthetic. The cylindrical form is slightly tapered, with a gently rounded rim and a sturdy unglazed foot. The base bears the artist's impressed seal mark. This piece exemplifies the earthy vitality and unpretentious beauty that has made Mashiko ware celebrated both in Japan and internationally. Size Height: 15.6 cm Width (Diameter): 10 cm Weight 906 g Condition The vase is in good overall condition with no chips or cracks; some natural kiln variations and minor surface marks consistent with the mingei hand-crafted character of the piece are present. Artist Profile 橋本秀一 Hashimoto Shuichi（1954-） Born in 1954 in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture — the heartland of Japanese folk-craft ceramics — Hashimoto Shuichi apprenticed under Hamada Atsuya in 1980, a lineage directly descending from the legendary Living National Treasure Hamada Shoji. In 1984, he established his own kiln in Osawa, Mashiko. His work has been selected for prestigious exhibitions including the Japan Folk Crafts Museum Exhibition (1991) and the Mashiko Ceramic Art Exhibition (2000). He was also included in the Tochigi Prefectural Museum of Fine Arts' exhibition "The 20th Century of Tochigi Prefecture Art II: The Thousand Year Door" and the commemorative exhibition "Hamada Shoji and His Genealogy" (2007). His ceramics reflect the enduring mingei philosophy of beauty in everyday objects, expressed through bold brushwork and honest use of natural clay and glazes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shipping & Important Notice [Shipping] Your item will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan via Japan Post, DHL, or FedEx with a tracking number. Please note that due to the current situation in the Middle East, some international flights and shipping routes are being rerouted. As a result, delivery may take longer than usual (approximately 3 weeks or more). We appreciate your patience as we prioritize the safest and most reliable route for your package. [Customs and Duties] Import duties, taxes, and VAT are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and vary by country. Please check with your local customs office for details. [Important: Delivery Contact] Customs or the delivery courier in your country may contact you via phone or email for clearance. Please ensure you are available to respond to their inquiries. Note: If a parcel is returned due to a lack of contact, the buyer will be responsible for all additional costs, including return shipping and reshipping fees (which can be significantly higher than the original cost). I truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Bid with confidence!