【Master Craftsman】Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Shigaraki Ware Vase, Wabi-Sabi Beauty, Fugen Kiln, with Tomobako (Original Box) Product Description This is a beautiful Shigaraki ware vase (flower vessel) created by Hiroyuki Kobayashi, a master craftsman of Shigaraki ware. Mr. Hiroyuki Kobayashi is a talented artist who runs the Fugen Kiln in Shigaraki, one of the six ancient kilns of Japan. His works harmonize traditional techniques with modern sensibilities and high skill. Charm of the Work • Expression of Wabi-Sabi: The rustic texture of the Shigaraki ware's unique clay and the kiln-fired changes (yohen) caused by natural flames create a serene and organic presence. • Natural Earthiness: The unadorned natural earthiness perfectly expresses the Japanese aesthetic of **"wabi-sabi"**, making it a masterpiece that adds dignity to both Japanese and Western-style rooms. • Decorative Art Piece: It is a beautiful interior art piece that can be displayed as is, as well as used for arranging flowers. Size (approx.) • Vase Body: Height 135 mm × Diameter 90 mm • Inner Box: 120 × 120 × 175 mm • Outer Box: 140 × 150 × 200 mm #Vase #HiroyukiKobayashi #TraditionalCrafts