MORINO TAIMEI 森野泰明 (B.1934) A Sugi-Aya (Cedar-Patterned) Sculptural Vase Heisei era (1989-2019), late 20th/early 21st century The rectilinear vase with a protruding knob on one narrow side and an opening in one broad side, finished predominantly in a vibrant blue-green and black cedar pattern on all but one side which is finished in a pale buff glaze with ten white dots on the other, signed Taimei; with a tomobako (wood storage box) inscribed and signed Sugi-aya mon Katachi Taimei, sealed Morino Taimei 7 3/8 x 7 3/4 x 1 3/4in (18.7 x 19.7 x 4.4cm) Footnotes: Morino Taimei creates elegant, boldly sculptural forms rooted in Kyoto traditions yet shaped by modernist influences. He hand-builds vessels and pierced wall-like works, layering subtle glazes to achieve surfaces that harmonize beautifully with their dynamic forms. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing