This is a ceramic vase with a beautiful Kutani-yaki floral decoration. Size: Height approx. 18.5 cm Diameter approx. 20 cm Aperture 12 cm Foot diameter 13 cm *About Toushou (陶正): "Kutani Toushou" (九谷陶正) refers to the works of Kutani-yaki artist Yoichiro Takeda, or the workshop he heads. Yoichiro Takeda is an artist who inherits the traditional overglaze painting techniques of Kutani-yaki while also creating modern and contemporary designs. It has been displayed in my home for many years. There are no chips or scratches, but there are some scuffs on the foot. Please understand that this is a used item.