Marui Seito Shigaraki Ware Hechimon Flower Vase, Large, Black and White, Stone Hazel Gold Flowers, Ceramic, MR-1-2541

Shigaraki ware is pottery made in Shigaraki Town, a mountain village in Koka City, Shiga Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns and boasts a history spanning over 1,200 years. It was designated a traditional craft by the national government in 1976 (Showa 51). The diverse shapes and expressions of Shigaraki ware are the product of nature and artisanship, and are imbued with the sincerity and playfulness of master craftsmen who value "imbalance." The "Hechimon" (registered trademark) name comes from a Shigaraki artisan's term meaning "unusual objects." Dimensions, color, and pattern may vary slightly due to the handmade nature of the pot. Paulownia base included (Made of paulownia wood, Country of origin: China) Size: Vase - Approx. 16cm diameter x 16cm depth x 21cm height, Base - Approx. 21cm width x 14.5cm depth x 1.5cm height Weight: Approx. 1.5kg Material: Ceramic Country of origin: Japan