【Living National Treasure】14th Kakiemon, Nishikide, Tsuyukusa (Dewdrop) Pattern Bowl, Custom Order, Large Bowl, Large Plate, No Box Living National Treasure, 14th Kakiemon, Nishiki (Colored), Tsuyukusa (Dewdrop) Pattern Bowl Artist: Kakiemon (14th), Living National Treasure Title: Nishiki (Colored) Tsuyukusa (Dewdrop) Pattern Bowl Size: Approximately W27.5cm x H8.8cm 【Notes on the Work】 I understand this was a custom order for a certain eel restaurant in Tokyo. I received two out of ten pieces, but only one had a box. This sale is without a box. Please be aware of this. The one with the box will be listed at a later date. 【14th Kakiemon】 Born in Arita-cho, Nishimatsuura-gun, Saga Prefecture, as the son of the 13th generation. At Saga Prefectural Imari High School, he joined the art club at the recommendation of his grandfather, the 12th Kakiemon. He studied Japanese painting at Tama Art University to acquire the basics of painting and, after graduating, returned home and became a disciple of his father. He underwent training and learned techniques such as "Nigoshide" (milky white glaze) that his father and grandfather (the previous generation) had revived. In 1971, under his original name, Masashi Sakaida, he became a member of the Japan Kogei Association, and for the next ten years, he exhibited in public exhibitions and solo exhibitions under his real name. In 1982, he succeeded his father and became the 14th Kakiemon. The following year, he made his first overseas exhibition at "Close-Up of Japan in San Francisco" in the United States and was awarded honorary citizenship by the Mayor of San Francisco. The "14th Kakiemon Exhibition" received high praise both domestically and internationally. In 2001, he was designated as a holder of the Important Intangible Cultural Property "Iroe Jiki" (Colored Porcelain) (Living National Treasure). (See Wiki) ※ This is an item being sold on behalf of my grandparents. As part of their lifetime organization, we are selling silver items at a price close to their weight. Therefore, the price may fluctuate depending on market conditions. Please understand this beforehand. 《For Those Wishing to Purchase》 Please understand that the items for sale are basically used items before proceeding with the purchase. Even unused items are items that have been stored for some time. Please check the condition from the photos and make your purchase only if you are satisfied. If you are very concerned about the condition or are looking for a brand-new, perfect item, please refrain from purchasing. I will try to answer any questions from those who are interested. Please inquire in the comment section. 《After Purchase》 If any care is needed, please take care of it yourself. Due to the nature of the product, returns and complaints are not accepted.