FUKAMI SUEHARU 深見陶治 (B.1947) A Seihakuji (Blue-White Porcelain) Kōro (Incense Burner) Showa era (1926-1989), circa 1970s-1980s The elegant slightly flared rectilinear container resting on three short feet with a sloped shoulder rising to a recess for the lid with a large conical knop, covered in an even blue-green glaze, the base with the artist's mark Sue, with a tomobako (wood storage box) inscribed and signed Seihakuji kōro Sueharu, sealed Hinoto-i, Sueharu 7 5/8in (19.3cm) high Footnotes: A perennial favorite with American collectors, Fukami Sueharu is best known for his large sculptural forms, as well as smaller works such as this early piece, characterized by extremely refined shapes, whether molded or thrown, and subtle modulation of his distinctive pale celadon glaze. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing