9.5cm x 9.5cm x H17cm Outer diameter of the mouth: Φ5cm, Inner diameter: Φ2.7cm Weight: 695g A vase by Shinzo Otani (Shinzo Kotani) of Kurashiki Glass. It is said that the appeal of Mr. Otani's work lies in the strength that can be felt even in the gentle roundness. This vase has a beautiful undulating shade of blue, and its orthodox shape gives a nostalgic and unwavering sense of universality. As it is a handmade folk craft, the size of each piece is different, and there may be air bubbles and inclusions such as carbon that occur during the manufacturing process. Also, upon close inspection, there are some small scratches on the shoulder of the vase, which appear to have been made during manufacturing or storage. There are no noticeable large scratches, chips, or cracks. Please check the condition in the images. This item was purchased with love by the seller's husband's mother during a family trip to Kurashiki in 1988 and has been cherished. In recent years, it has been kept in storage. Based on the purchase date, it is believed to be a work of Mr. Shinzo Otani, the father, rather than Mr. Eiji Otani. It is a treasured item, but the seller is selling it to reduce belongings and would like to pass it on to someone who will cherish it. It has been cleaned, but there may be some remaining dirt. Please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned about minor details. When shipping, it will be protected with cushioning material and sent in a recycled cardboard box.