Bizen Leaf Platter by Harada Shuroku

Artisan and Design: Ceramics Pre 2000: item #721634

Fallen from the tree of life, this Bizen leaf platter by Harada Shuroku has a vibrant energy that comes from nature herself. I've heard many a potter--and collector--here say that Harada makes the best and most natural leaf platters of any ceramic artist in Japan today; more about this important Bizen artist in our archives or at e-yakimono.net Harada intentionally placed a smaller leaf plate on top of the larger one and during firing they fused together. A sculpture as is or for the table, in p... Click for details

Huge Bizen Tsubo by Kengo Masamune

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Pottery: Vases Pre 2000: item #721519
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Lavish charring on two sides contrasts with sliding Hai-yu glaze opposite on this thick and bold vase by Masamune Kengo enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The vase is 16 by 13 inches (40 by 33 cm) across, 11 inches (28 cm) tall and in excellent condition. The artist has been largely exhibited and prized, including the Chunichi Kokusai Togei Ten, Nihon Dento Kogei Ten, Nihon Togei ten, Issui Kai Ten, and Okayama Ken Ten.

Shino Tokkuri Sake Bottle by Hayashi Shotaro

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Pottery: Bottles Pre 2000: item #721179
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A heavily glazed Shino Tokkuri sake bottle by one of the most respected names in Shino, Hayashi Shotaro, enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The bottle is 5-1/2 inches (14 cm) tall and in perfect condition. Shotaro (b. 1947) is one of the biggest names in contemporary Mino ceramics. He first began with a 7 year apprenticeship under his older brother Kotaro, ending when he established his own kiln in 1974. Since then his list of exhibitions and awards has been amazing, including the Nih... Click for details

Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases, 20th C

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Porcelain Pre 1970: item #721074

Pair of Chinese blue and white cylindrical vases, circa 1970. 11.5" high.

Contemporary Japanese Art Deco Vase, Signed 'Isamu'

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Pottery: Vases Pre 1960: item #720881
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Fabulous c.1960 art deco Japanese ceramic flower vase. The undulating lines and flowing design with rich purple glaze is a masterpiece. The piece is signed 'Isamu". c.1960. (18" x 8½") (45cm x 22cm). EMS Shipping/Insurance to USA or Western Europe $160.

Mudai--No Title--by Takiguchi Kazuo

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Pottery: Sculptural Contemporary: item #720843

Takiguchi Kazuo(b.1953) is one of the most interesting and important Kyoto ceramic artists of the past 20 years. His original forms and deftly painted smaller works have earned him a slew of awards and a large following here in Japan as well as around the world; his works are in major museum and private collections also worldwide. He's always exploring new forms and textures here is a new work in his continuing mudai--no title--series of organic forms with patterned bluish-white glazing. In perf... Click for details

Ardmore Ceramic Guinea Fowl Egg Cup

Artisan and Design: Ceramics Contemporary: item #720647

Ardmore ceramics is a collaborative labor of love and art in the Drakensburg Mountains of the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. Begun by Zimbabwean born ceramic artist and teacher, Fee Halsted-Berning in the mid 1980's, the studio provides livlihood for many South Africans living near Ardmore Farm, often in abject poverty. Ever the teacher, Fee began working with the local Africans in a classic apprentice mo... Click for details

Ardmore Ceramic Covered Butter Dish

Artisan and Design: Ceramics Contemporary: item #720645

Ardmore ceramics is a collaborative labor of love and art in the Drakensburg Mountains of the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa. Begun by Zimbabwean born ceramic artist and teacher, Fee Halsted-Berning in the mid 1980's, the studio provides livlihood for many South Africans living near Ardmore Farm, often in abject poverty. Ever the teacher, Fee began working with the local Africans in a classic apprentice mo... Click for details

Russian Porcelain Vases St Petersburg Style

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #720489
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Set of St. Petersburg Porcelain vases. This pair is in darkblue with golden highlights and with images of the Russian Tsars. Size: 86 H cm. The price is excluding shipping / handling Fee. Ask for the special rate. We will send this lot by Registered Spanish (Air)Mail Correos. *No insurance available.

Deep Footed Nezumi Shino Dish by Hayashi Shotaro

Artisan and Design: Ceramics: Pottery: Bowls Pre 1990: item #720444
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A large Kashiki sweets dish decorated with white blossoming plum on iron shaded with blue-gray by Shino Legend Hayashi Shotaro enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The thick blue clings to the iron, seemingly anchored into the su-ana pinholes so characteristic of Shino ware. The vessel is roughly 9-1/2 inches (24 cm) square, over 3 inches (8.5 cm) tall and in perfect condition. The original exhibition price was over 1,500 dollars. Shotaro (b. 1947) is one of the biggest names in conte... Click for details