Fujii Shumei - Tenmoku Hakkō ("Luminous Glow") Large Vase - Arita Ware This elegant vase is a work titled "Tenmoku Hakkō" (天目発光, Luminous Glow) by the acclaimed Arita porcelain artist Fujii Shumei. The piece is covered in a deep black Tenmoku glaze, over which countless silver crystalline particles spread organically across the surface. The result resembles glowing clouds drifting across a night sky, or a mysterious aurora emerging from darkness. Unlike traditional floral or figurative decoration, this abstract composition invites the viewer to interpret the scenery freely. The title Hakko ("White Radiance") perfectly captures the mysterious beauty of this piece. Depending on the light and viewing angle, the crystalline glaze appears to glow gently against the glossy black background, creating a constantly changing visual experience. Its balanced cylindrical form with a slightly flared rim gives the vase a modern architectural presence, making it suitable not only as a flower vase but also as a standalone sculptural object. The contrast between the deep Tenmoku black and the luminous silver glaze demonstrates Fujii Shumei's exceptional mastery of porcelain and glaze techniques. Dimensions ・Height: 25 cm ・Maximum width: 16cm ・Opening diameter: 9cm ・Weight: 1,700g ・Shipping weight: approx. 2,700g 【Shipping & Tax】 This item will be shipped from Japan via Japan Post. Due to its size and weight, international shipping costs are relatively high. Please review the shipping fees carefully before placing a bid. Import duties, VAT, customs clearance fees, and any other taxes imposed by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer. For buyers within the European Union, Catawiki's IOSS number will be included on the shipping documentation to help prevent double taxation. Customs authorities or the local postal service may contact you regarding import procedures or tax payments. Please ensure that such communications are answered promptly. In some countries, parcels may be held at a local post office awaiting collection. Buyers are strongly encouraged to monitor tracking information regularly and respond promptly to any delivery notices. Failure to complete customs procedures or collect the parcel may result in the item being returned to Japan. In such cases, shipping costs are non-refundable and any return shipping expenses will be the responsibility of the buyer. Please bid only if you understand and accept these conditions.