Enbu-Shino ‘Dancing Fire’ Chawan and Guinomi by Yamada Kazu
Here are two Yamada Kazu(b.1954) original glazed works aptly named Enbu-Shino(Dancing Fire) that are hugely popular here in Japan. Each in perfect condition with signed boxes, on the large side for chawan and guinomi, signed on base. Additional photos gladly sent on request. The chawan is Sold and… More
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Rare Bizen by Kaneshige Toyo
All who know Bizen know of the first Living National Treasure Kaneshige Toyo(1896-1967) and his profound importance in reviving Bizen’s grand heritage. Time to let go of this rare sake set, although the tomobako that Kaneshige wrote has yuzumashi or a cooling water pourer, yet it works… 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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Enbu and Murasakinio Shino by Yamada Kazu
It’s been some years since RYYG has had any Yamada Kazu (b.1954) Enbu–Dancing Fire–and Murasaki-nioi–The Scent of Purple (based on Kato Tokuro’s chawan)–vessels.
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Shigaraki Tokkuri by Tsuji Seimei
Here is a rare firing of a Shigaraki tokkuri by the late, great Tsuji Seimei (1927-2008). It has exhibition stickers on the base, so was a favored piece to exhibit; full ripe form. In perfect condition, 14,2cm.tallx10.5cm. wide, signed on base, no box.
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Only One Set–Kishino Kan
Kishino Kan (b.1975, Kyoto) lives and breathes ceramics in the hills of Iga. Not just Iga though he also fires Shino, Kohiki, Ki-Seto, Setoguro, Hakuji-White Porcelain and other styles; he’s a great admirer and connoisseur of ancient ceramic art as well. A pure spirit comes out his his… More
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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 Tokkuri by Kaneshige Michiaki
Kaneshige Michiaki(1934-1995) was the first son of the legendary Toyo (1896-1967) and helped his father for many years, including with visits by Rosanjin, Noguchi and many, many of Japan’s most famous potters of the 20th century that went to the Kaneshige kiln to create works. Michiaki was a… More
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Hagi Tokkuri by Miwa Kyusetsu X (Kyuwa)
Miwa Kyusetsu X (1895-1981), later known as Kyuwa, was the first Living National Treasure of Hagi -the second was his younger brother Miwa Kyusetsu XI (Jusetsu). Quite simply, he did what LNT Kaneshige Toyo did for Bizen, or what LNT Nakazato Muan did for Karatsu. He is a legendary figure, and… More
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