This is a Bizen-yaki (Bizen ware) vase made by the late Seinosuke Ohira. Comes with a matching box (two-way plank construction) and a descriptive card. Potter's mark present (image 17). 【Condition of the Item】 〈Vase〉 ・No noticeable scratches or stains. 〈Box〉 ・Overall signs of aging with stains. Also, the lid has warping. 【Size】 Height: 23.3cm Mouth diameter (inner): 8.2cm Body diameter: 22.2cm Base diameter: 11.3cm Weight: 2.5kg Please allow for some error due to amateur measurement. 【Delivery Date and Time Not Specified】 Due to the specifications of Yu-Yu Mercari delivery, the delivery date and time cannot be specified. 【No Price Reduction】 This item is not subject to price reduction. Please refrain from price negotiations. 【Seinosuke Ohira (1921-1981)】 Born in Nagoya City in 1921. After being held in Siberia, he settled in Bizen. After studying under Kei Fujiwara and his son, he also sought guidance from Rakuzan Fujiwara. In 1970, he built his own kiln and became independent. His first kiln firing in the same year won the Sanyo Shimbun Company Award at the Okayama Prefectural Art Exhibition. He was subsequently selected for exhibitions. He was also repeatedly selected for the Japan Kogei Association East Chugoku Branch Exhibition. In 1975, he founded the kiln "Bizen Ichi." Died in 1981. His sons are Takaaki Ohira and Issei Ohira. #Flower_vase #Bizen_ware #BizenYaki #Bizen_pottery Ceramics Tea ceremony pottery Traditional crafts Collection With signature Artist's work Deceased artist Unglazed high-fired clay Six Ancient Kilns Bizen-yaki Yellow sesame Yellow sesame Interior Ikebana Flower arrangement tools Tea ceremony utensils Handmade Flower stand Vase Type...Stoneware Pottery...Bizen-yaki