GerdKnapper Mashiko-yaki Pair Yunomi Tea Ceremony Utensils Genuine Guarantee with Original Box Dimensions: Large: Height: 9.1 cm Width: 7.8 cm Small: Height: 6.9 cm Width: 7.9 cm GerdKnapper Born in Wuppertal, Germany in 1943 1965: Studied pottery at the New York Museum of Art 1968: Trained in Mashiko with the assistance of Tatsuzo Shimaoka 1971: Received the Minister of Education Award, the highest award at the 1st Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition 1975: Built a kiln in Daigo Town, Ibaraki Prefecture 1985: Received the Prime Minister's Award at the 25th Japan Contemporary Craft Art Exhibition 1991: Received the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Small Cross of Merit 2007: Gerd Knapper Gallery opened 2011: Received the Ibaraki Prefecture Commendation for Distinguished Service 2012: Passed away Please forgive any slight errors due to amateur measurements. New, unused item, with original box included. Box inscription on the back of the original box. Genuine guarantee for Gerd Knapper's work. No cracks or chips, in good condition. 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 images will take precedence. Please ask any questions if you have any concerns or doubts. The items for sale are only as they are. For shipping to Okinawa and some remote islands, we kindly request an additional 1,000 yen for the relay fee (500 yen for Hokkaido). We believe that the perception of condition varies from person to person, so please understand that this is a used item that has been handled by someone else, and refrain from purchasing if you are overly sensitive. Please do not hesitate 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 judgment. Type: Pottery Kiln: Mashiko-yaki