Koheigama kiln opened in 1804 and is a historical kiln that supplied tableware to Edo Castle. The sixth-generation Kohei Kato (Takao Kato) was recognized as a Living National Treasure☆ This is a flower vase by the seventh-generation Kohei Kato (Hirohide Kato). ◇ Mr. Hirohide Kato (7th generation Kohei Kato) 1945 Born in Gifu Prefecture. Real name: Hirohide 　　　　　　　　Grandfather was the 5th generation Kohei Kato, father was Takao Kato, a Living National Treasure 　　　　　　　　Graduated from the Department of Crafts, Kyoto City University of Arts 　　　　　　　　Studied under Yuzo Kondo and Rokubei Shimizu while in school 1968 Received an award at the Asahi Ceramic Art Exhibition 1969 Received the Tokusen Hokuto Award at the Nitten Exhibition 1975 Received an award at the Asahi Ceramic Art Exhibition 1981 Received the Tokusen Hokuto Award at the Nitten Exhibition 1995 Received the Minister of Education Award at the Japan New Crafts Exhibition 　　　　　　　　Succeeded the name of the 7th generation Kohei Kato Size: 　Mouth: Approximately 4.3cm square 　Body: Approximately 7.3cm square H22.2cm 　Box: 10.1 × 10.1 × H26.5 cm This item has been stored at home for a long time. ※ We will pack the item, but there is a possibility of breakage during shipping. Please understand. ※ We do not accept returns or refunds after shipping to prevent troubles such as switching. We would appreciate it if you could read the profile before making your decision. Thank you for your consideration. #Flower vase #Koheigama #7th generation #Kohei Kato #Hirohide Kato #New