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The Casino III
Shimaoka Kei (b. 1978)
This guitar-shaped vase from Shimaoka’s Casino series is entirely adorned with intricate brown rope patterns, creating a richly textured and earthy surface. The design exudes understated elegance, offering a grounded contrast to the vibrant tones of other pieces in the series. This work highlights Shimaoka’s refined mastery of texture and form.
W: 14 cm (5.51"), L: 5 cm (1.97"), H: 17.5 cm (6.89")
Signed Tomobako