Framed woodblock print by Kyoto artist, Clifton Karhu. "Afternoon in Gion" shows an image down a street in this well-known distrct of Kyoto. Signed and dated, 1978, #17 of edition of 100. Image size: H.16 x W.16", Frame size: H.22 x W.21.5". Print and frame are both in good condition.
Clifton Karhu was born in Duluth, Minnesota in 1927...
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.
Hanging Flower Vase, Kakehanaire, by Sachiko Furuya; Honolulu, HI. Black, White, Bamboo Ash glazes. H. 3.375"(8.5cm) x Dia. 2.375"(6cm.) Sachiko Furuya hails from Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. There, she studied pottery with Yukio Matsuura, making primarily tea wares for practitioners of the Omotesenke School of Tea. She also attended the College of Arts at Nihon University (Tokyo,) Suidobara Fine Arts Academy (Tokyo,) and has a Studio Art degree from Clark College in Dubuque, Iowa...
Framed Woodblock print by Kyoto artist Clifton Karhu. Image of "Ginkakuji" (The Temple of the Silver Pavillion"), a well-known Kyoto landmark. Contrary to many of Karhu's prints which use multiple colors in architectural scenes, this print uses only shades of indigo within the strong black key lines, as well as the masterful use of woodgrain in the foreground to capture the famous dry garden at this temple...
Elegant and classical form vase covered in a thick, pale blue seihakuji glaze with a peach-bloom like blushed copper red accent across the face of the pot. The vase is glazed porcelain and is a blend of Chinese and Japanese influences and is in perfect condition with its original signed box. The vase measures 9.8" x 4.5".
This vase was made by veteran Kyoto potter and glaze magician, Morino Kako (1899-1987), father of Morino Taimei...
Work 73-6 Bizarre Maki. this print was done in early 1973 It is one of the ugliest Maki prints I have ever seen. In this period Maki did some of his largest prints and some also with seemingly weird qualities. But these big ones – easily seen to be a variation of Nothing or Mu—are not riddles. We know what they are because Maki told us what he meant. Here, he left no such advice. Several friends have also said they do not know what Maki meant So we leave it at that for now...
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SOLD. ALL METAL IS 14K Gold and it keeps going up. These all gold earrings were hand formed and hammered in a USA studio then stamped: 14K, to which dreamy faceted green amethyst / praseolite and lustrous cultured high nacre peach REAL (no faux here!) pearls were added for a total of 1 1/4". To collect more of same please visit www.mimideeartwewar.com. Please collect and commission with confidence after reviewing the dozens of Trocadero verified testimonials at www.mimideeartwear.com.
All metal 14K. Gold keeps going up! Delish Faceted Natural Light Green Amethyst and dark lavender Amethyst approx 8 carats of gems on hand wrought 14K GOLD earlobe hugging earwires hand shaped by and stamped: Mimi Dee. Custom order $175. Please commission with confidence after reviewing the dozens of Trocadero verified testimonials then view see all extreme close up images as all Qs will be answered Here in lieu of email reply.
This piece is almost identical to the work submitted by the artist to the 7th Nihon Dento Kogei Ten in 1983 (featured as item number 116 in the catalog for that year) and indeed, shares the title Hi-iro In-mon Tsubo (Flame-Colored Stamp-Patterned Tsubo). It measures 34 cm (13-1/2 inches) diameter, 29.5 cm (12 inches) tall and is in excellent condition.
Kanzaki Muneaki (b 1949) is the fourth generation head of the traditional Mokusen Kiln in Koga, Shigaraki...
SOLD! Collectors of contemporary signed studio silver, similar can be custom made by and Stamped MIMI DEE HANDMADE STERLING or 14K gf based on current precious metals prices. Hammered silver earrings hand wrought in a USA studio. High Nacre Faceted White 10 mm Cultured Pearls and 4 mm Swarovski crystals in fuschia, teal & lemon were added for extra color for a total length of 2"
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Shadows of flame exhume the granular qualities of the clay on this superb Sekki (unglazed) Bottle by Mihara Ken enclosed in the original signed wooden box. Exquisite, on one side the clay is ash gray, the opposite lively earth tones, and between is an abrupt scorched-land of shadow and color, like that violent moment between awake and sleep.
Size, W 11.6 cm ( 4-1/2 inches) H 16.5 cm ( 6-1/2 inches)
Condition, Excellent
Mihara Ken was born in Shimane prefecture i...
Like some ancient Haniwa soldier, this odd form stands guard, wide shoulders and dominating stance catching the eye, a sculptural vase by Koinuma Michio enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The mottled salt glaze covers a dark body standing 11 x 5 x 3 inches (28 x 12.5 x 33 cm). It is in excellent condition.
Koinuma Michio is a compelling figure unique among contemporary artists...
SOLD, yet similar can be custom ordered. Hand Hammered Gold Earrings hand fabricated and signed by and signed: MIMI DEE and 14K. Created these in a USA studio by hand shaping the 14K gold earwires and stamped with the maker's mark. ALL IMAGES DESIGN CONCEPT CONTENT TEXT OWNED BY MIMI DEE. Custom work can be called in, please leave phone contact info.
Kakehanaire (Hanging Flower Vase,) Wood-fired, ash glaze, with copper ring attached in back for hanging on a wall or post. H.6.625"(17cm) x Dia.3.125"(8cm.)
There have been several influences to George Gledhill’s ceramic work. Buddhism has been a guiding force in life for many years, and George even visits local prisons to teach the Dharma to inmates. Through pottery and Buddhism, he was exposed to Tea practitioners who complimented his work and encouraged him to produce Tea wares...
Ao glazed porcelain covered serving bowl or covered jar (you decide) with a deeply etched "spirali" design under a three dimensional glaze
Porcelain and glazes
8" X 6.75"
Functional, decorative and food safe
Bidoro rain down like a glass bead curtain over the terracotta clay of this Shigaraki Tsubo by Takahashi Shunsai enclosed in the original signed wooden box. It is 8-1/4 inches (20.5 cm) tall and in fine condition...
Ao glazed tea ceremony set (Kaigu)including a matched teabowl all in the Jovian Storms neriage pattern. Mizusashi complete with custom lacquer lid
Porcelain and glazes
Mizusashi 7.25" X 5.5"
Kensui 5.5" X 3.2"
Shakutate 6.8" X 3.45"
Futaoki 3" X 2.4"
Chawan 5" X 4"
Porcelain Dishes, Mukozuke-shape or dessert/salad dishes, by Hanako Nakazato; Union, Maine and Karatsu, Japan...
A sometsuke vase titled Time and Space by Kondo Takahiro published in the retrospective hard cover book “Kondo Takahiro ‘91-‘99” and enclosed in the original signed wooden box with exhibitions labels attached. It is 21 x 14 x 17 cm (8 x 5-1/2 x 7 inches). This piece was used as the cover of the book which is included with the sale.
Takahiro (b. 1958) was born the grandson of Living National Treasure Kondo Yuzo. However he graduated Hosei University not with a degree in sculpture...
Shinogi (faceted) Soba Choko (noodle dipping sauce cups) or Tea Cups (2), porcelain, by Hanako Nakazato; Union, Maine and Karatsu, Japan. H. 2.375"(6cm) x Dia. 3.625"(9cm.)
Hanako Nakazato is a 14th generation potter from Japan. The Nakazato family is a well-known pottery family in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, with the 12th generation Nakazato Taroemon being designated a National Living Treasure for Karatsu ceramics. Hanako moved to the US at age 16 to pursue her education. While in the US, she ...
A breathtaking white form of draped porcelain by Nagae Shigekazu enclosed in the original signed wooden box with the original Daimaru Department Store exhibition invitation. Light patterns are almost indiscernible on the surface, incredibly detailed and crisp when viewed close-up. What is surprising about this work is the weight, incredibly light. The piece measures 16 x 16 x 5 inches (41 x 41 x 12 cm) and is in excellent condition. Due to fragility this piece will require special shipping c...
Red Decorated Cup in shape of Soba Choko by Hanako Nakazato; Union, Maine and Karatsu, Japan.
Hanako Nakazato is a 14th generation potter from Japan. The Nakazato family is a well-known pottery family in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, with the 12th generation Nakazato Taroemon being designated a National Living Treasure for Karatsu ceramics. Hanako moved to the US at age 16 to pursue her education. While in the US, she took a renewed interest in her cultural roots, especially the Japanese food cu...
A pair of celadon Te-shoku candle sticks by contemporary potter Orita Tatsuya enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The elegantly sculpted base rises to a dish in which is imbedded a brass pin to secure the candle, with a long tapering handle. The handle features a bamboo nodule decoration in the center, with a curl of clay at the end, the rough edges of which, like a shaving of planed wood contrasting with the perfection of the form. Each is roughly 9-1/2 inches (18 cm) long, 4-1/2 inc...
also spelled Pahk Young Sook, Young Sook Park, Young Sook Pahk, Youngsook Park, Youngsook Pahk, Park Young-Sook, Pahk Young-Sook, Young-Sook Park, Young-Sook Pahk
A globular vase covered in the trademark sansai glazes of Ningenkokuho Tokuda Yasokichi III (Masahiko) enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The vase is 6-1/2 inches (17 cm) diameter and in excellent condition. Designated Living National Treasure in 1997 for his supremacy in the use of Kutani glazes, Yasokichi, born Masahiko, has gone a step further than many National Treasures by broadening his spectrum with a new style of Kutani ware. Masahiko graduated from the Kanazawa school of arts...
White porcelain cups ideal for sipping sake or whiskey, by Hanako Nakazato of Union, Maine and Karatsu, Japan. H. 2.25"(5.75cm) x Dia. 1.75"(4.5cm.)
Hanako Nakazato is a 14th generation potter from Japan. The Nakazato family is a well-known pottery family in Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, with the 12th generation Nakazato Taroemon being designated a National Living Treasure for Karatsu ceramics. Hanako moved to the US at age 16 to pursue her education. While in the US, she took a renewed interest in...
Ahn Jong Kyun Korean Contemporary Porcelain Vase
This elegant form vase is by porcelain master; Omori Shinobu. This vase measures 10.65” X 4” and is in excellent condition. The work of Omori Shinobu (1889-1962) is rare and even more so as this large vase comes complete with signed box and original personal bio. Omori, known for revitalizing the studio movement from his home in northern Japan, Ebetsu, Hokkaido, founded Hokuto-yaki (Northern Star Pottery) and even to this day a large pottery festival is held in his honor. His work is in many...
Vase for flowers, Shino glaze, by Sachiko Furuya; Shoreline, WA. Contemporary, H.6.5"(16.5cm) x Dia.4.75"(12cm). Sachiko Furuya hails from Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. There, she studied pottery with Yukio Matsuura, making primarily tea wares for practitioners of the Omotesenke School of Tea. She also attended the College of Arts at Nihon University (Tokyo,) Suidobara Fine Arts Academy (Tokyo,) and has a Studio Art degree from Clark College in Dubuque, Iowa. She has exhibited her work in galleri...
Stratified color radiates about this late work by artist Miyashita Zenji enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Sai-Hafu Moyo Kabin. Like ripples left by waves on the beach or wind in the dunes, the title means Colored Wave/Wind Patterned Vase. It is an excellent example of this artist, at a size which makes it easily collectable.
Size, D 11.2 cm ( 4.4 inches) H 17.2 cm ( 6.8 inches)
Condition: Excellent
Miyashita Zenji (1939-2012) was born into the fam...
This highly animated and perfection in porcelain vase was made by Hokkaido native; Ono Kotaro. The deeply carved seiji vase is actually has a very pale yellow crazed glaze which collects on the ridges and further accentuates the cyclone like movement of this pot. As you look around the vase, the deep ridges bring the eye up the pot and it actually appears to be in motion. Ono's carving is exquisite and his mastery of this technique is absolutely undeniable.
Ono Kotaro, born in Brazil, now ...
Elegant and rare Ouji celadon chawan by master potter, Ono Kotaro. The interior is carved with a wispy and lyrical floral decoration and the exterior has lotus blossom leaves surrounding the base, around the footring. The Ouji glaze is a very pretty but subtle yellow celadon in person.
This chawan measure 14 x 7cm and is in perfect condition with its original signed box.
Porcelain smoking set by Kutani master, Suda Seika II (1892-1971). Using sometsuke underglaze blue and iro-e overglaze enamels, the two pieces are matched in motif of two koi, chest to chest. Circa 1960.
Box; 11.5 x 10 x 4.5 cm
Dish; 11 x 2.4 cm
Both are in perfect condition with original signed box
Very nice catalogue of the works of Tomimoto kenkichi, Ningen Kokuho. Tomimoto was Living National Treasure of Japan for his meticulously painted enamel porcelains. Along with Arakawa Toyozo, Hamada Shoji, Ishiguro Munemaro, Bernard Leach and Kawai Kanjiro, he represented a group that fought to preserve the traditional crafts of Japan.
This retrospective catalogue (1991) is in very good condition, ex-libris, small bump to the spine and measures 9.5" X 7.5" and is fully illustrated in color...
Pale clay baked red with a dusting of natural ash glaze and small streaming rivulets complimenting the undulating ribbons billowing pell-mell from the top of this odd shaped sculptural vase by Kiyomizu Rokubei VII (1922-2006) enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The piece is 9 inches (23.5 cm) tall, 7-1/2 inches (19 cm) wide and in excellent condition. The Kiyomizu family potters managed one of the most productive workshops in Kyoto’s Gojozaka district from the second half of the Edo ...