An iconic playful form, the two lug handles like short little arms extended for the dance by important artist Atarashi Kanji enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Iga Tokkuri. There is a classic cut in the form, with raw earth visible below, the running green ash.which has pooled in a ringlet around the neckIt is 14.2 cm (5-3/4 inches) tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist. I highly recommend this with the guinomi previously listed...

Pale crystalized ash covers this igneous form by important artist Atarashi Kanji enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Iga Guinomi. It is 6.6-7 cm (2-1/2 inches) diameter, 5.5 cm tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist. I highly recommend this with the Tokkuri following.
Atarashi Kanji was born in Osaka in 1944, and graduated the Osaka College of Craft design...

A superbly crafted trumpeting form by legendary Tamba artist Ichino Masahiko enclosed in a wooden box. The bowl reflects the aesthetics of those imported Korean wares preferred by Sen-no-Rikyu in the Momoyama era. It has a bold, strong foot which rests perfectly on the table, both grounding the bowl and yet allowing it a sense of flight, as if the moment will soon be gone (and it will indeed!)...

A harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary artistic expression, this extraordinary tea bowl encapsulates the essence of Oribe pottery while infusing it with a fresh and modern interpretation. The surface of the tea bowl (chawan) is adorned with a striking interplay of colors and textures. Vibrant and richly glazed, it displays a fusion of deep emerald greens, ferrous sumi blacks, and pearlescent whites...

A single strand of gold lightning streaks down the darkness of this deep chawan by Tsujimura Shiro enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Kuro Oribe Chawan on the lid, and named Raimei (Thunder Clap) inside the lid. Dating circa 2015, it is 11 x 9.5 x 10.5 cm (4-1/2 x 4 x 4-1/4 inches) and in excellent condition. The gold repair is artist made.
Tsujimura Shiro was born in Nara in 1947, and began his steps into the art world as an oil painter in 1965...

A delicate white Raku bowl of incredibly light weight, the tall walls like a Japanese castle in the riven clouds by Sugimoto Sadamitsu enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled simply Shiro Chawan. It is 12.5 x 13 x 10 cm (5 x 5-1/8 x 4 inches) and is in excellent condition.
Sugimoto Sadamitsu was born in Tokyo in 1935. A strong adherent to the Zen tradition, Sadamitsu established his own kiln at 33, receiving the kiln name from his mentor Daitokuji priest Tachibana Daiki...

A small peach-colored pebble shaped vase by Yamaguchi Michie enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The opening undulates in an organic manner, accentuating the natural state of the form. It is 17 x 15 x 14 cm and is in excellent condition, directly from the artist.
Yamaguchi Michie was born in Ichinomiya, Aichi, between the Seto and Mino pottery centers in 1964...

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and showcasing a rich, deep red glaze, this Raku tea bowl exudes a sense of warmth, vitality, passion, and energy. Adorned with subtle crackling patterns and variations in texture, the tea bowl's surface adds to its unique and organic feel. When held in the hand, you immediately notice a surprising lightness and pleasing proportionality, inviting a sensory connection with the tea-drinking experience...

Various shades of green and blue covered in tiny beads of silver from the mist series of Kondo Takahiro enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Gin-teki Guinomi.
Size, D 8.2 cm H 5.3 cm
Condition, Excellent
Kondo Takahiro (b. 1958) was born the grandson of Living National Treasure Kondo Yuzo. However he graduated from Hosei University not with a degree in sculpture or crafts, but in Literature...

A dramatic work by Ikeda Shogo enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Oribe Tsubo. If you get tired of looking at it, just turn the vase 30 degrees for an entirely new vantage. A vase which would be hard to grow tired of....

Shizu Mizuno 水野しづ Aka Guinomi Raku style Red Sake Cup
Supplied with signed wooden box

Shizu Mizuno
1996 Graduated from Musashino Art University, Faculty of Art and Design, Department of Crafts and Industrial Design, major in Ceramics

2008 Selected for the Nikkokai Exhibition (Selected 10 times since then) 　　　　　　Matsuzakaya Main Store Group Exhibition (6 times since then) 2008 Received the Hakokai Award
2011 Received the Grand Prix at the 1...

Top Quality Bizen Hidasuki Chawan of Living National Treasure Toshu Yamamoto (1906-1994)
The mark of the potter is carved on the bottom.

Size
Height 7.2cm
Width 13.1cm

Excellent condition with no damage and no repair. Supplied with signed wooden box.

After completing his elementary education, Toshu Yamamoto embarked on his pottery journey in 1921 as an apprentice specializing in Bizen-ware. By 1933, he had established his own independent kiln...

Suto Satoshi (b...

Shino Ware: The Beauty of Whiteness and Organic Irregularity.
This rare beauty is made by Mino legend Ando Minoru (1927-2015) and painted by renowned avant-garde painter Takeo Yamaguchi (1902-1983).

Ando Minoru held his first painting exhibition at the Kokugakai of Ryuzaburo Umehara in 1957. In 1965, he worked under the guidance of Sakuzo Hineno, a well-known ceramist in Kyoto. In 1967, Ando Minoru published a collection of Mino ancient ceramic patterns, first and second editi...

Straight out of a Miyazaki Hayao fantasy is this Future Fossil Series Koro incense burner by Watanabe Takuma which comes enclosed in the original signed wooden box titled Bizen Koro Mirai Kaseki (future Fossil). It is 13 cm (5 inches diameter, 16.5 cm (6-1/2 inches) tall and in excellent condition, directly from the artist this summer.
Watanabe Takuma was born in Hyogo prefecture in 1968, and after graduating Kansai Daigaku University in 1991, began studying Bizen ware under Yamauchi Ats...

A fabulous faceted Iga vessel by Atarashi Manabu enclosed in the original signed wooden box. The rough textured clay is colored by the flame, burnt red and charred gray to black, with a single bead of molten ash which crystalized into glass as it rolled around the shoulder out of the flames. This is a versatile vessel which offers differing scenes for every viewing angle. The vase is 23 cm (9 inches) tall, 16.5 x 13 cm (6-1/2 x 5 inches) and in excellent condition, directly from the artist this ...

This Bizen vase by Ryuichi Kakurezaki is an exquisite piece that showcases the artist's mastery of the Bizen pottery tradition. Standing tall, the vase features a graceful and organic form with a curved bulb-like base. The rich, earthy tones of the Bizen clay are beautifully highlighted, exhibiting natural variations and textures that are characteristic of the firing process. The vase exudes a sense of quiet elegance, with its simple yet captivating silhouette. The craftsmanship is i...

A captivating blend of traditional aesthetics and contemporary flair; with exquisite attention to detail, Goro masterfully combines the vibrant green Oribe glaze with bold geometric patterns, creating a dynamic and visually striking piece. The bowl's elegant form and balanced proportions enhance the tea-drinking experience, while the unique surface texture adds depth and tactile pleasure. This tea bowl showcases his innovative approach to ceramics, honoring the rich legacy of Oribe w...