A fine and bold Iga tokkuri by Fujioka Shuhei. It not only has spirit, it also displays the classic 'landscapes' Iga is known for; glass-like green glazing, fire-color clay and scorched patches. In perfect condition with a signed box, 14.6cm.tall, signed on side.
Quite extraordinary throwing and glazing on these three massive chargers; each is between 12.5-13.5cm.tallx 59.5-60cm.wide.
Artist Statement:
"The work/pottery that I make, I try to keep as simple
as possible. I think that the form and the function of
the piece should be complemented by the surface.
Whatever you feel from the piece and however you
connect to it should come from within the piece
itself. The combination of form, surface decoration,
glaze and firing should all combine ...click for details
