Shigaraki Tsubo-Jar by Tsujimura Kai
At once viewed one knows surely from a member of the Tsujimura family, here this well-balanced and fired on by Kai(b.1976). In perfect condition, 45cm.tallx35-36., signed on base.
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Madara-Karatsu Tsubo-Jar by Maruta Munehiko
Karatsu potter Maruata Munehiko (b.1961) is known for his mastery of all Karatsu styles and that has earned him a veryloyal following in Japan. His father studied with Hamada Shoji and Munehiko studied with Hamada’s son Atsuya. He established his own kiln in 1984 in Takeo, Saga prefecture. Here… More
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Something New……
Some new works to the gallery, preview photos here and more regular listings to resume! Please email if interested in further details, kansha from Kyoto!
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Living National Treasures Kato Kozo and Kaneshige Toyo
Kato Kozo(b.1935) is a Mino potter in the purest sense. He does many things the old way, like his stick-turned wheel and Momoyama period style kiln, and the way he handles himself; humble, sincere, natural, and confident. This character also comes out in his works, which has earned him a sterling… More
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Shimaoka Tatsuzo and Morino Taimei
Two legends, Shimaoka Tatsuzo(1919-2007) and Morino Taimei(b.1934). Each a classic representation of their best works; the Shimaoka is 27cm.tallx19.3×16.2 and is On Reserve. The Morino is 27.1cm.tallx21.6cm.x20.1cm. Both in perfect condition with signed boxes.
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Bizen Tokkuri by Kitaoji Rosanjin
Kitaoji Rosanjin (1883-1959) is one of the most important and influential Japanese artists of the 20th century, as most of you know. His work is highly valued in all areas he worked in; if you are not familiar with Rosanjin I suggest reading ‘The Art of Rosanjin’ by Sidney Cardozo or… More
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Bizen Chawan by Harada Shuroku
Followers of our gallery know what a big fan we are of Bizen’s Harada Shuroku(b.1941)–here’s a link to a 2000 article to find out why:https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2000/08/12/arts/bringing-out-the-flavor-of-the-clay/#.W0r6nNUza70 We’re lucky to have received two… More
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Abe Anjin Bizen Tokkuri
Here is a tall (17.8cm.) classic Abe Anjin tokkuri, very shibui. In perfect condition with a signed box.
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Important Bizen Sculpture–Saint’s Garment–by Kaneshige Kosuke
This Kaneshige Kosuke large work entitled ‘Saint’s Garment’ was awarded the ‘Exhibition Award’ at the 1996 Okayama Prefecture Art Exhibition; in 2012 Kaneshige was named an Intangible Cultural Property of Okayama. Kaneshige was born in 1943, the third son of Kaneshige… More
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Bizen Guinomi by Kaneshige Toyo–and Rare Footage Link
Bizen’s first Living National Treasure Kaneshige Toyo (1896-1967) is one of the most important Bizen potters of all time. Along with other first LNT’s, such as Arakawa Toyozo and Nakazato Muan, Kaneshige researched and revived the ancient Momoyama Period ways of clay preparation, kiln building,… More
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