Hirado Chrysanthemum and Running Water Flower Vase Piece:Ⅱ and they are hand finished

and they are hand finished by local craftsmen

light-reflecting main body

representing leaves shimmering in the light

glossy blue glaze

The luster and transparency of the lacquer accentuate the dynamic grain of the zelkova wood

Hirado Chrysanthemum and Running Water Flower Vase Piece:Ⅱ and they are hand finishedThis exquisite porcelain vase, shaped in the graceful form of a gourd, highlights the unparalleled craftsmanship of master artisan Nakazato Ichiro. At first glance, the delicate chrysanthemums, sculpted with extraordinary precision using the kikka kazari zaiku technique, captivate the eye. Each petal is meticulously carved from porcelain with a pointed bamboo tool, then carefully raised to create lifelike, three dimensional blooms. Though crafted from