Striking Japanese Kutani Ginsai pale blue vase by Kazuo Nakata, born in 1949 in Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture (the home of Kutani ware). This unique work was made using a technique called ‘yuuri ginsai’ (underglaze silver), whereby silver leaf is pasted under the glaze to create an elegant contemporary style, reminiscent of pale flowers shining on a moonlit night. Measures ca 21cm high x 20cm diameter.

Excellent as new condition in tomobako (wooden box).

Kazuo Nakata is a student of Living National Treasure Tokuda Yasokichi III (1933-2009) and has won many awards over the years. His works are displayed in many prestigious museums, both in Japan and abroad, including the Ishikawa Prefectural Museum, the Smithsonian and the Sackler Museum (both USA).