▲Small round indentations are designed on the sides of the torso.
▲There is a “陶” mark on the high ground.
“陶” means Sueharu FUKAMI（深見”陶”治）.
▲Box by Sueharu FUKAMI
It reads: “Blue-and-white porcelain vase, made by Sueharu”.
Original Box
D11.5cm H20.5cm
This celadon porcelain vase is the work of Toji Fukami, one of Japan’s most esteemed contemporary ceramic artists.
Fukami is internationally recognized for his minimalist aesthetic and the serene beauty of his celadon glazes. This vase exemplifies his signature style—its silhouette is reduced to the bare essentials, revealing an elegant balance of form and proportion. The soft, translucent glaze, with its subtle bluish hue, captures and diffuses light in a way that evokes a sense of quiet contemplation.
A distinctive feature of this piece is the pair of tiny raised dots on the body—an understated yet expressive detail that lends the work a sense of individuality and warmth. These marks are a recurring motif in Fukami’s creations, often interpreted as a quiet nod to the human presence behind the object.
Whether used functionally to hold flowers or displayed as a sculptural art object, this vase brings a sense of stillness and refined beauty to any space.
Sueharu FUKAMI
1947 -
Born in Kyoto. Known for his blue-and-white porcelain and three-dimensional works using the casting technique, he is highly acclaimed overseas. In 1985, he won the Grand Prix at the Faenza International Ceramic Art Exhibition in Italy. Collections include the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, the British Museum, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
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