Member of the Japan Kogei Association, Certified Holder of Kyoto Prefecture Intangible Cultural Property, Work of Akira Watanabe, Indigo Overlay Crystal Glass Cut Glass Appetizer Cup, Kaiseki Cup, Cold Sake Glass. Akira Watanabe's works express the beauty of light with unique cuts and have received numerous awards, including the Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon, and he is currently certified as a holder of Kyoto Prefecture Intangible Cultural Property. He is one of the glass craft artists highly popular among collectors, and his current works are difficult to obtain. This is a rare Kaiseki cup, rarely seen among Watanabe's works. The prism of light reflected on the cut surfaces is highly artistic, and it is a very rare and exceptional piece with a different charm from his current works. The beautiful indigo color and fantastic cuts are a result of Mr. Watanabe's solid technique and calculated composition. The glass also has the artist's signature 【 明 】. (Photo 11) ✿Product Size✿ Diameter: Approximately 55mm Height: Approximately 95mm ✿Product Contents✿ Glass: 1 piece Protective cloth Matching box ✿Product Condition✿ The storage condition is good, and it is a beautiful item without any noticeable scratches or chips. It has a luster and is in very good condition, but please understand that there may be delicate scratches as it is an old item. A matching box is included. It will be placed in a near-new matching box (Photo 12). Each cut glass is handmade, so please be aware of impurities, scratches, bubbles, and dents that may occur during the manufacturing process. The product is a used item that has been in someone's hands once. Please purchase if you understand. I also sell other cut glass items such as Edo Kiriko, Satsuma Kiriko, and Kagami Crystal, so I would be grateful if you would take a look.