A White Tamba Tea Bowl by Masahiko Imanishi
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Directory: Artists: Ceramics: Pottery: Bowls: Contemporary: Item # 1359959
Directory: Artists: Ceramics: Pottery: Bowls: Contemporary: Item # 1359959
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Using local materials and traditional methods, the creator of this work Masahiko Imanishi, has brought a distinctively modern interpretation to the classical form of the tsutsu chawan. At the same time, he somehow manages to maintain the simple rusticity that Tanba-ware is renowned for. Stretching back over 800 years, Tanba is counted as one of Japan’s 6 ancient kiln sites and is known for making large pots with red ferrous clay and natural ash glazes with a distinctive greenish tinge. More recently, styles like the one shown here have emerged, using natural glazes to reflect the natural beauty of the region from a modern perspective.
Originally from Hyogo prefecture, Masahiko Imanishi (b. 1971) moved to Kyoto at a young age where he attended trade school and later apprenticed under Okamoto Akira. Eventually he returned to his native Tanba to begin producing unique wares and exhibiting them in exhibitions and galleries around the Kansai region. Though still making a name for himself, his unique style and intuitive sense is sure to bring him much attention and garner him much acclaim in coming years.
In excellent condition, this piece is 5 inches (12.5 cm) in diameter and stands 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) tall. It comes with an original wood box signed and sealed by Imanishi and inside the box there is a protective orange cloth which also bears his seal.
Originally from Hyogo prefecture, Masahiko Imanishi (b. 1971) moved to Kyoto at a young age where he attended trade school and later apprenticed under Okamoto Akira. Eventually he returned to his native Tanba to begin producing unique wares and exhibiting them in exhibitions and galleries around the Kansai region. Though still making a name for himself, his unique style and intuitive sense is sure to bring him much attention and garner him much acclaim in coming years.
In excellent condition, this piece is 5 inches (12.5 cm) in diameter and stands 4.1 inches (10.5 cm) tall. It comes with an original wood box signed and sealed by Imanishi and inside the box there is a protective orange cloth which also bears his seal.
