Item Description 木村陶峰 Kimura Toho — 備前焼 緋襷 花入 / Bizen Ware Hidasuki Flower Vase — Toho, Tosho-en This breath-takingly beautiful flower vase is a work by Toho Kimura, the second-generation master of Tosho-en (陶正園), one of the most prestigious and historic kiln establishments in Bizen, Okayama Prefecture. It is executed in the celebrated hidasuki (緋襷 — "scarlet sash") technique, which produces some of the most visually dramatic effects in all of Japanese ceramics. The form is a classic long-necked bottle vase (hana-ire) of refined elegance: a full, rounded globular body rises to a slender, gently tapering neck that flares softly at the rim. The overall silhouette is restrained and perfectly proportioned — a shape that has been refined through centuries of Bizen tradition, here rendered with assured mastery. The surface of the pale buff-cream bizen clay is traversed by a network of sweeping, freely flowing scarlet and russet marks — the signature traces of rice straw (wara) wrapped around the vessel before firing. These marks arc and cross the belly of the vase with a natural, spontaneous energy, like abstract brushstrokes of flame, making each piece entirely unique. The contrast between the warm cream of the clay body and the intense crimson-orange of the hidasuki markings is nothing short of breathtaking. The artist's name 陶峰 (Toho) is incised into the lower body of the vase. The piece comes with its original tomobako (共箱 — artist's wooden box), inscribed: 備前 花入 陶峰造 (Bizen hana-ire, made by Toho). Unused and in perfect condition. Size Height: 24.7 cm Body diameter: 9.1 cm Mouth diameter (outside): 3.2 cm Base diameter: 5.2 cm Weight 504 g Condition Unused. Excellent condition throughout, with no chips, cracks, or repairs of any kind. Please refer to the photographs for full detail. Artist Profile 木村陶峰 Kimura Toho is the second-generation master of Tosho-en (陶正園), one of Bizen's most distinguished kiln establishments. Tosho-en was founded in 1913 by Shoji Kimura, a son of the 12th-generation head of the historic Kimura Sohonke Koraku-en — one of the ancient "Six Kiln Families" (roku-sei) of Bizen whose lineage can be traced back to the feudal period. Toho studied law at Chuo University in Tokyo before returning to Bizen and assuming leadership of Tosho-en in 1962, guiding it through the difficult postwar years to become one of the most productive and well-regarded kiln establishments in the region. His philosophy — "Good works at prices people can be glad to pay" — reflects a deep respect for both the craft tradition and the people who live with these objects. Tosho-en is particularly renowned for its flower vessels and tea ceremony wares, and Toho's hidasuki technique is held in especially high regard among collectors of classic Bizen ware. NOITICE: The photos may show flowers, plants, pedestals, etc. as examples of decorations and interior design for illustrative purposes, but please note that these are not included in the product. The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by DHL , FedEx or Japan Post depend on the situation. It takes about 2 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 us and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. We do appreciate for your kind cooperation.