This is a Hagi-yaki plate, a work by Masao Yoshika. The artist has received numerous awards. Please note that the original box is not included. Diameter: Approximately 15.5 cm Height: Approximately 3 cm Artist's Awards and Other Achievements: Japan Art Academy Award / Nitten (Japan Fine Arts Exhibition) Minister of Education Award / Nitten Special Selection (2 times) / Japan Contemporary Craft Art Exhibition Member's Award, NHK Chairman's Award China Culture Award / Yamaguchi Prefecture Award (for contributions to art and culture) Yamaguchi Prefecture Art and Culture Promotion Encouragement Award Yamaguchi Prefecture Art Exhibition Minister of Education Encouragement Award, Special Award Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition Recommended/Invited Exhibition (8 times) / and many others