A Celadon Suiteki Water Dropper by Imperial Court Artist Suwa Sozan
This peach-shaped suiteki (water dropper for calligraphy) is made of fine kinuta celadon from one of the great masters of the Meiji era—Suwa Sozan. A classic de
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~ Japanese fine art from the ancient city of Kyoto ~
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A Shigaraki Anagama-fired Tsubo by Michio Furutani
Fired for days at over 1,400C degrees, this primordial-looking wonder of ancient potting technology displays a number of beautiful natural effects from the inte
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A Shino Masterpiece by Living National Treasure Kato Kozo
This depiction of the eternal “ensō” on a backdrop of pearly white feldspar signifies enlightenment, the eternal, the nothingness, and the freedom of the mind t
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A Celadon Peach Kogo by Imperial Court Artist Suwa Sozan
This peach-shaped kogo (incense box) is made of fine kinuta celadon from one of the great masters of the Meiji era—Suwa Sozan. A classic design, the peach is sa
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A Large Porcelain Peach Vessel by Suwa Sozan II
A classic design, the peach is said to represent long-life for mortals and immortality for the gods in Asian folklore. According to legend, the moon goddess—a p
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A “Rose Oribe” Masterpiece by Suzuki Goro
One of the finest, most daring, and well-crafted works I have seen by this legendary artist who is known for his non-conformist and bold style. Suzuki Goro has
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A White Shino Masterpiece by Hayashi Shotaro (b. 1947)
A stunning work of Shino-ware by veteran potter Hayashi Shotaro—winner of numerous awards for his bold and innovative style and widely recognized as one of the
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An Antique Celadon Tea Container with Pewter Cap
Most likely Chinese in origin, this antique celadon tea caddy is a mesmerizing piece of art that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted during a time when
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A Beautiful Antique Koryo Vessel with Inlay and Kintsugi
The gray-blue celadon displays finely crackled glazing with areas slightly darkened by time. A faint pattern made of white inlay can be seen along the upper rim
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A Master Work by Contemporary Artist Kakurezaki Ryuichi
An awe-inspiring masterpiece, this tea bowl by Kakurezaki showcases his unparalleled skill and artistic vision. Crafted with meticulous precision, the bowl seam
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A Small Porcelain Seated Bodhisattva by Suwa Sozan
This white porcelain statue depicts a small seated Bodhisattva deep in meditation. Bodhisattva, otherwise known as bosatsu in Japan, are enlightened beings who
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An antique cha-ire with unique glazing
This extraordinary cha-ire (powdered tea container) displays an excellent glaze that appears to have only grown more intricate and rich with time. Contrasting a
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The Perfect Symbolic Wedding Anniversary Present — Raku Seinyu (XIII)
This tea bowl crafted by one of the great masters of Japanese pottery depicts Meota Iwa—a famous Japanese landmark in Mie. Symbolizing the union between two div
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A Chojiro Tribute Piece by Sasaki Shoraku
Closely resembling a historically important tea bowl made by one of the forebears of the art of tea and Raku pottery, Chojiro, this piece gives one a sense of t
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A Porcelain Kyūsu by Imperial Court Artist Seifū Yohei III (1851-1914)
Simple, elegant, and functional, this Meiji period kyūsu (teapot) was crafted with precision and care by one of the periods most accomplished ceramicists. Showc
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A Celadon Shishi Kogo by Imperial Court Artist Suwa Sozan
Considered auspicious symbols of wealth, status, and good fortune; foo dogs—commonly referred to as shishi or koma-inu in Japan—are often seen in pairs guarding
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A Set of Painted Tokkuri by Living National Treasure Kondō Yuzō
Yuzo Kondo is one of the more recognized names in the world of modern Japanese pottery of the 20th century. Though known mainly for his sometsuke creations (blu
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A Hagi Tokkuri by Masanao Kaneta VIII
The trademark glaze on this delightful sake flask (tokkuri) is by none other than 8th generation Hagi potter Masanao Kaneta. Close inspection reveals flecks of
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A Katakuchi Sake Set by Hiramatsu Ryoma
If you are familiar with the work of Hiramatsu Ryoma you know that he creates very unconventional ceramics inspired by forms found in nature. Here we have a sak
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A Momoyama Period Bizen “Shimokabura” Tokkuri (Researcher Piece)
During Japan's Momoyama period, spanning from the late 16th to the early 17th century, Bizen pottery flourished, producing exquisite pieces such as this “shimok
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An Antique Celadon Chōshi for Sake with a Beautiful Gold Repair
Chōshi are traditional Japanese sake pourers used in formal and ceremonial contexts, particularly in Shinto rituals and wedding ceremonies. They take the form o
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Painted Tokkuri and Cups by Living National Treasure Kondō Yuzō
Kondō Yuzō is one of the more recognized names in the world of modern Japanese pottery of the 20th century. Though known mainly for his sometsuke creations (blu
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A Set of Sake Cups by Hiramatsu Ryoma
If you are familiar with the work of Hiramatsu Ryoma you know that he creates very unconventional ceramics inspired by forms found in nature. Here we have a set
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An “Ammonite” Guinomi (Sake Cup) by Hiramatsu Ryoma
Reminiscent of a perfectly formed oyster shell or the shell of a hermit crab, this recent creation by young artist Hiramatsu Ryoma demonstrates his creative ima
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An “Ammonite” Kataguchi (Sake Pourer) by Hiramatsu Ryoma
Reminiscent of a perfectly formed oyster shell or the shell of a hermit crab, this recent creation by young artist Hiramatsu Ryoma demonstrates his creative ima
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An Iris Inspired Bizen Tokkuri by Takahiro Ishii
Described on the wood box as a tokkuri (sake flask) with kin-kousai (metallic Iris) glaze, the size and form would allow this piece to function just as well as
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A Poem Inscribed Sake Cup by Buddhist Nun Rengetsu
The poem etched on the side of this exceptional piece reads: In the future — happiness — and long life — two sprouting leaves —to grow a thousand years. Indeed
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A Unique Gold and White Sake Cup by Tomita Hiroyuki
Not to be confused with the Olympic medalist, this Tomita Hiroyuki (b. 1977) is a talented potter pushing the bounds of an otherwise conservative field where ma
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A Tenmoku Bowl by Living National Treasure Kondō Yuzō
Yuzo Kondo is one of the more recognized names in the world of modern Japanese pottery of the 20th century. Though known mainly for his sometsuke creations (blu
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Tea Bowl by Kawai Kanjirō
Glazed stoneware. This tea bowl features intricate design work rarely seen in the bulk of Kanjirō’s pieces—likely indicating his early period. The medallion-lik
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A Tetsu-yu Henko Vase by Master Potter Kawai Kanjiro
Conceived by 20th century master ceramicist Kawai Kanjiro—here an abstract depiction of flowers is used to adorn an exquisite “henko” shaped vase. The glaze use
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A Korean Celadon Goryeo Vase by LNT Yu Geun-Hyeong
This unique and captivating celadon vase is the work of an early 20th century Korean artist who spent a number of years in Japan honing his craft. Gourd-shaped,
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A Red Shino Bowl by Yasuo Tamaoki
A powerful work of Shino pottery by one of the veterans of Mino ceramics. Vibrant lines of white feldspar contrast sharply with the iron rich clay and glaze to
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A Mizusashi by Tsuboshima Dohei
A truly unique work of Shino pottery developed among the company of some of Japan’s most respected and influential potters of the last century. Defying conventi
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An Asahi-yaki Tea Bowl with Extraordinary Maki-e Gold Repairs
One of the most extraordinary gold repairs I have seen on a tea bowl in my nearly 30 years in Japan. If you search far and wide occasionally you can find maki-e
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A Porcelain Chawan with Gold-leaf by Ono Hakuko
This eye-catching porcelain composition covered in red-glaze and highlighted with sensational gold-leaf inlay is an iconic design often employed by Ono Hakuko.
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A Classic Black Raku Tea Bowl by Ōhi Chōzaemon IX
Endorsed by the recent Head Tea Master of Urasenke as an exceptional work, this black Raku tea bowl was granted the poetic name “Kokon” Ko, meaning “the distant
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Set of Shuhai by Living National Treasure Katori Masahiko
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each pewter cup showcases a unique luster that this metal alloy is revered for; highlighting its historical signifi
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Tsukigata Nahiko Mizusashi w/ Silk Pouch
This extraordinary mizusashi is a fine example of Oni Shino (carbon trap and natural ash glazing) that Tsukigata is so well-known for. Coining the term in the m
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An Iris Tea Bowl by Murakami Yoichi
According to the potter who crafted this fine piece, “The clay from our area in the north is alive. We listen to it in order to divine the most suitable objects
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A Hagi Mizusashi by Tahara Tobei XII (Urasenke Tea Master Item)
Heavily influenced by Koryo potting styles and techniques, the Tobei lineage has been crafting exceptional tea-ware implements for 13 generations. The piece sho
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A Black Raku Tea Bowl by Samukawa Seiho
Comfortable in the hand and with a unique textured black Raku glaze, this tea bowl by 20th century potter Samukawa Seiho would make a fine addition for collecto
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A Hagi Tea Bowl by Yoshida Shuen
This remarkable tea bowl is from the kilns of Yoshida Shuen (1940-1987)—an apprentice of Miwa Kyusetsu (1910-2012) who was awarded the status of Living National
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Black Raku Tea Bowl with Irises by Nakamura Donen III
In Japan every season and every phase of the year is marked by the presence of a flower, the most noted of course being the cherry blossoms signifying the long-
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A Karatsu Tea Bowl by Takashi Hashimura
This elegant work of Karatsu pottery has an unglazed foot, showing the rich ferrous clay, and displays a beautiful ashen glaze with hues of blue, grey, green, a
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A Hagi Tea Bowl by Watanabe Jōzan
A delightful Hagi tea bowl from the Jōzan Kiln in Yamaguchi Prefecture. Very representative of the genre with its milky glaze and ido-shape. This piece is a ste
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A Koetsu Tribute Bowl by Ōhi IX (1901-1986)
The craftsman who fashioned this piece, the 9th Ohi Chozaimon (1901-1986), is the most widely recognized and most accomplished of the now 11 generations of Ohi
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A 16th Century Tenmoku Tea Bowl
Before styles such as Raku, Hagi, Karatsu, etc came into fashion for use in the tearoom in early Edo, it was commonplace in cultured society to use tea-ware imp
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A Celadon Shishi Statue by first generation Miyagawa Kōzan (1842–1916)
One of only five Imperial Court Artists of Meiji, ceramic pieces by Kōzan are highly prized by collectors and are ever more difficult to find on the market thes
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A Cobalt Blue Plate with Kintsugi by Kitaoji Rosanjin (1883 - 1959)
One of the most important Japanese potters of the 20th century, skilled in an impressive number of styles, today his pieces can be found in museum collections a
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