Item Description This is an Arita ware vase (tsubo) by Fujii Shumei, a ceramicist and associate member of the Nitten (Japan Fine Arts Exhibition) who was based in Arita, Saga Prefecture. The work is titled "Tsurukubi Soshun" (Crane-Neck Early Spring), and is characterized by a slender, elongated neck resembling that of a crane, and a rounded, teardrop-shaped body. The body features a mountain range capped with snow and a coniferous forest rendered in fine brushwork using sometsuke (underglaze cobalt blue), evoking an early spring mountain landscape around the Arita area. The area from the neck to the shoulder is left in plain white porcelain, with a softly gradated band of blue applied, creating a striking contrast with the densely painted lower section. The artist's signature is inscribed on the foot rim. The item has never been used since purchase, and no notable scratches, cracks, or chips have been identified. Any reflections visible in the images are caused by the glossy glaze and lighting, and are not damage. Shumei Fujii (1936–2017) was a distinguished ceramicist based in Arita, Saga Prefecture, and an associate member of the prestigious Nitten (Japan Fine Arts Exhibition). Ever since his first acceptance into the Nitten in 1962, he established unique techniques such as the "leaf imprint method" and "Tenmoku silver sand glaze," earning high acclaim both in Japan and overseas. Works by Shumei Fujii are celebrated for their exquisite craftsmanship and are exceptionally popular in Japan, highly sought after by collectors at high valuations, making this piece a truly valuable addition to any collection. Dimensions Height: 30 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 14 cm Weight 1138 g Condition No display or usage history. No damage is visible upon visual inspection, apart from characteristics consistent with age from storage. Additional Information Artist: Fujii Shumei (Arita ware, Saga Prefecture) Technique: Porcelain decoration using sometsuke (underglaze cobalt blue) Signature: Artist's signature inscribed on the foot rim 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. "Ever since his first acceptance into the Nitten (Japan Fine Arts Exhibition) in 1962, he established unique techniques such as the 'leaf imprint method' and 'Tenmoku silver sand glaze,' earning high acclaim both in Japan and overseas from the late Shōwa period through the Heisei period." Payment Terms: Payment is kindly requested within 3 days after the auction closes. Please refrain from bidding if you are unable to complete the payment promptly. Unpaid items will be reported to Catawiki, and the order will be cancelled. I appreciate your cooperation.