This is a vase from the Otsu Kō kiln, made by Kōji, a Kasama ware piece, and comes in a paulownia wood box. It's a lovely vase with a striking reddish-purple color. -------------- Kasama ware is a traditional craft with a history of about 250 years, produced in and around Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is characterized by its "free style" that is not bound by specific molds, and it is one of the leading pottery production areas in the Kanto region, with over 300 artists creating unique works. It is so diverse that it is said to have no particular characteristic, and many everyday items that blend with modern life are produced. -------------- Size: Opening diameter: 8 cm Diameter: 17.5 cm Height: 16 cm Base diameter: 8.3 cm Please forgive any errors as these are amateur measurements. It has been stored in its paulownia wood box. It is unused and has no noticeable dirt, scratches, cracks, chips, or breaks. Comes with its original box. Please check the images for the condition. I would like to pass it on to someone who will appreciate and use it. The color in the first photo is closest to the actual item. (It was photographed in natural light, but it may appear slightly darker.) The actual product may appear slightly different in color depending on your monitor environment and shooting conditions. Thank you for your understanding. As this is amateur inspection, there may be oversights. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned in any way. We appreciate your understanding for long-term home storage. O 00541020221-00082812080