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Kamoda Shoji (1933-1983) was one of the most influential potters of post-war Japan. He brought new meaning to "decorative ceramics" with extraordinary and imaginative designs. His following was so great that his shows would sell out in 15 minutes (one supposed record), and the lines to the exhibitions would wind down the stairs of an entire department store. He was the "rock star" of Japanese ceramics, not only because of his trendy, fashionable designs, but also because of his premature death at the age of 50 -what could he have made if he had lived longer? We can only speculate. Kamoda Taro (b.1963) is the eldest son of Kamoda Shoji, and was born in Mashiko when his father was still based there. Although his father left the Mingei city to start afresh further north in Tono, Taro took over his father's kiln in Mashiko. Taro expands on the traditions of Shoji, with intricate alternating color motifs and engaging forms. Here is such a work that dates to 2005. The fluid form has a blue and black glaze scheme divided by columns of colorful enamel overglaze patterns and also a connected line that forms circles on each side; overall a magnificent work in the Kamoda style. In perfect condition with a signed box, 28.2cm.tallx15x12.5, signed on base.
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