Beautiful Kyoto-yaki Ash-Glazed (Haiyu) Vessel with Comb-Pattern (Kushime) by Imai Satoshi (Ryuki-gama) - For Matcha Bowl (Chawan) or Kensui use. 【About the Piece】 This sophisticated ceramic piece features an exceptional ash glaze (Haiyu) with subtle, earthy gradations of brown, grey, and cream, complemented by a rustic horizontal comb-pattern (Kushime) encircling the exterior. The cylindrical form allows it to be used beautifully as a deep winter Matcha bowl (Tsutsu-chawan) or as a traditional Kensui (water waste vessel) for the Japanese tea ceremony (Chado). The bottom reveals the natural, grainy texture of the clay and bears the artist's official stamp, "Ryuki" (龍喜). It comes with its original collector's wooden box (Tomobako), signed and sealed by the artist, and the original artist biography paper. 【About the Artist: Imai Satoshi (Ryuki-gama)】 Born in Kyoto in 1967 (Showa 42). He graduated from the prestigious Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Art Technical School in 1985. In 1994 (Heisei 6), he received the honorable kiln name "Ryuki-gama" (龍喜窯) from Kanshu Tsutsui, the distinguished high priest (Abbot) of Ryushō-in at the historic Tōdai-ji Temple in Nara. He currently operates his kiln and creates exquisite tea utensils in Kyoto. 【Condition】 The item is in excellent, unused or safely stored condition with no cracks, chips, or repairs. The wooden box shows wonderful character. Please check the high-resolution images carefully to appreciate its fine details. 【Dimensions】 Diameter: approx. 13 cm Height: approx. 8 cm Weight: 427g 【Shipping & Environment】 Eco-Friendly Packaging: In our commitment to environmental sustainability, we use recycled and repurposed packaging materials (such as boxes and cushioning) whenever possible. Rest assured, your item will be packed with the utmost care to ensure its safe arrival while minimizing our ecological footprint. Courier: The item will be shipped securely via DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post with a tracking number, depending on the destination and efficiency. Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please ensure you are available to receive the delivery, as a re-delivery fee will be charged if the package is returned due to your absence or other reasons. For all international shipments, applicable customs fees, duties, taxes, and required charges will apply to your order. These fees, import duties (if applicable), and local taxes are assessed when the package arrives in your country. These additional charges are the responsibility of the recipient. If applicable, it is the customer's responsibility to pay any import duties and taxes imposed by the government of the receiving country. These fees will be collected by the carrier at the time of delivery. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. By bidding on this lot, you acknowledge and agree to these terms. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.