Thank you for viewing. [About the Item] Shunto Kato, Seto-yaki, Iron Sand Vase, with Ash Glaze, Flower Vase, with Tomobako (Original Box), Holder of Aichi Prefecture Intangible Cultural Property Shunto Kato (1916-2005) A ceramic artist and holder of Aichi Prefecture's Intangible Cultural Property for the "Ceramic Ash Glaze Technique." Born in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture. His real name was Shin. He named his kiln "Shuntoen" after his grandfather, the first Shunitu. He studied at Seto Ceramic School. Although he was supposed to be the third Shunitu, he named his kiln "Ryuyo" after the year of the dragon in which he was born, and took the name Shunto from Shuntoen. In 1950, his "Black Vase" was selected for the 6th Nitten Exhibition. At Nitten, he presented works using different techniques of Seto tradition and attracted attention. He received the Special Selection and Hokuto Prize at the 3rd Shin-Nitten Exhibition. He produced ash glaze works using firewood in a coal kiln, creating a group of works where green glaze flowed over reddish-brown vessels that made the most of the texture of the clay. Later, he transitioned to producing ash glaze works using a gas kiln. After that, he devoted himself to the study of Seto's traditional Ofukei glaze. Nitten Councilor. Aichi Prefecture Arts and Culture Merit Award. Order of the Sacred Treasure, Fourth Class. Prime Minister's Award twice. Certified as a holder of Aichi Prefecture Intangible Cultural Property from 1994. Seto-yaki, Iron Sand Vase Vase size: Height 18.5 cm, Width 11.5 cm, Mouth Diameter 3.5 cm Tomobako front: "Iron Sand Vase, Made by Shunto" with signature Tomobako size: Width 14 cm, Length 14 cm, Height 20.5 cm ・All items in the photos are included. The colors of the actual product may appear different from the images due to the shooting and display conditions. ・This is an old work that feels its age, and there may be signs of aging such as scratches, small scratches, chips, scratches, sun discoloration, stains, and handprints (this may be the nature of such a work). Please make your judgment based on the photos and understand that no claims or returns are accepted. ・Regardless of the condition and usage, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to items that have been handled by others. [Shipping Method] Yu-Yu Mercari Delivery (Yu-Pack 60 size) ・The cardboard boxes and packing materials used for shipping are reused. ・Shipping may not be available on weekends and holidays. ・If you purchase other items at the same time, it is possible to combine them. Please consult with us. If you have any other questions, please ask.