GerdKnapper Gerd Knapper Hanging Vase, made in 1979, Mashiko ware, guaranteed genuine Dimensions: Mouth diameter: approx. 18 cm Height: approx. 25 cm Height including string: 81.5 cm GerdKnapper Gerd Knapper Born in Wuppertal, Germany in 1943 Studied pottery at the New York Museum of Art in 1965 Trained in Mashiko with the assistance of Tatsuzo Shimaoka in 1968 Received the Minister of Education Award for the best work at the 1st Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition in 1971 Built a kiln in Daigo Town, Ibaraki Prefecture in 1975 Received the Prime Minister's Award at the 25th Japan Contemporary Craft Art Exhibition in 1985 Received the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Small Cross of Merit in 1991 Opened the Gerd Knapper Gallery in 2007 Received the Ibaraki Prefecture Commendation for Distinguished Service in 2011 Died in 2012 Please forgive any slight discrepancies due to amateur measurements. This is a very rare large-sized work. Many large works can be seen at the Gerd Knapper Gallery, but they are rarely available for sale. New, unused item, comes with the original box. Box inscription on the back of the original box. Guaranteed genuine Gerd Knapper work, made in 1979. Otherwise, there are no chips or other damage, and the condition is good. Shipping will be insured. There may be stains, discoloration, dullness, scratches, and scuffs that are not visible in the images. If there is any discrepancy between the images and the product description, the actual item in the images will take precedence. Please ask any questions if you have any concerns or doubts. The items for sale are only as they are. I believe that there are individual differences in how people perceive the condition, so please understand that this is a used item that has been in someone's hands once, and refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about the condition. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have before purchasing. I will answer to the best of my ability. Please also refer to the images to make your decision. Type: Pottery, Tea Ceremony Utensils, Vase, Flower Vase Pottery: Mashiko ware Type: Pottery