These beautifully modern works were created by Goun Maeda, the third master of one particular school of Kiyomizu Yaki pottery in Kyoto dating back to the fifteenth century.  They are all handmade pottery works with extraordinary and beautiful circular patterns produced by the crystallization of silica zinc.  A unique glaze and careful control of kiln temperature encourage the growth of the crystals.  The method is kept secret in the family.  Goun Maeda is a famous potter whose works were shortlisted for The Japan Fine Arts Exhibition, the highest art competition in Japan, several times in his career.  He has also been selected to enter The Society of The Japan Fine Arts Exhibition for his contribution to Japanese pottery art.