This is a ceramic tea bowl by the popular Gifu artist, Ii Kato, from his time in Kawakomaki, not a porcelain piece. While he is known for his unique porcelain works, his ceramic pieces are very rare and highly sought after. This is a unique and individual piece. Approximate size: Diameter: Approximately 13 cm Height: Approximately 11 cm [Profile] 1962 Born in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture 1979 Graduated from the Tajimi City Design Institute 1986 Participated in the excavation survey of the Amagane Old Kiln 1998 Featured on NHK BS2 "Yakimono Tanbo" (Pottery Exploration) 2002 Exhibited in the Gifu Prefectural Museum of Modern Ceramic Art "100 Modern Ceramic Art Exhibitions" 2003 Exhibited in the Ibaraki Ceramic Art Museum "World of White Porcelain and Celadon Exhibition" 2006 Held a solo exhibition at Dai Ichi Arts, New York 2013 Received the Japan Ceramic Society Award and the 7th Enku Grand Prize Notes: The book "To Vol. 85" by Ii Kato is a used item and is included as a bonus.