【Arita Ware】Vase with Wooden Box, Gold Glaze, Chrysanthemum Pattern, Decorative Urn, Traditional Craft, Antique, Art

This exquisite vase is by Mr. Hitoshi Sato, an artist of Arita ware, a representative traditional craft of Saga Prefecture.
The deep gold-enameled base is adorned with vividly colored and meticulously detailed chrysanthemum flowers, showcasing the condensed high skill of the artisan.
Its elegantly rounded form is perfect not only for displaying a single flower but also as a decorative piece (kazari-tsubo) on its own, adding overwhelming elegance to any space, whether in a tokonoma or entryway.

Size
? Height: Approx. 15.5 cm
? Maximum Diameter: Approx. 11 cm
(An image comparing the size to a 500ml PET bottle is included. Although small, it has a strong presence and is a size that is easy to display even in limited spaces such as shelves or niches.)

Condition
? Main Body: There are no visible cracks, chips, or noticeable scratches, and it is kept in very beautiful condition.
? Wooden Box: There is a very slight age-related discoloration, but the writing is clear and the box is in solid condition.
? Engraving: There is the mark 仁 (Hitoshi) on the bottom, and the artist's seal on the back of the wooden box.

Please consider this item for your collection of Japanese traditional beauty or as a gift for a loved one, understanding that it is a pre-owned (stored) item.

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