Earthy Presumed Mid Century Japanese Signed Studio Pottery Vase miniature beginning with ''Coming in last

beginning with ''Coming in last in the human race''

on the rest of the perimeter they run down the center of carefully done edge stitching

which are woven into the sides of the basket

blue sleeve

It feels very Zen to me--a completely harmonious balance of form

Earthy Presumed Mid Century Japanese Signed Studio Pottery Vase miniature beginning with ''Coming in lastI want to describe this Japanese vessel as Brutalist, but certainly much of its inspiration comes from traditional Japanese pottery, including its beautiful jar form. (And I think it could be situated in the tradition of Shigaraki ware rugged, functional stoneware that originated in a valley to the southeast of Kyoto some 1,000 years ago.) Earthly, elegant, super satisfying. 4 1 2" t x 4 3 4" in diameter. Excellent vintage condition. Signed (incised)