A Karatsu Tea Bowl by Takashi Hashimura

Artist:: Takashi Hashimura
Era:: Shōwa
Price:: SOLD
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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, and a dark glossy ring encircling the top.

Like many pottery traditions in Japan, Karatsu takes its name from the city where it originated. As early as the 15th century, Korean potters heavily influenced the development of this form—helping to endow it with the earthy, simple, and natural qualities it is so appreciated for.

The potter, Takashi Hashimura (b. 1948), worked for many years as a police officer before discovering his passion for potting. Almost entirely self-taught, after a short period studying under a teacher, he went off on his own and several years later was able to construct his own climbing kiln (nobori-gama). Hashimura insists on using only natural materials and takes great care when it comes to methods and process.

This piece is 5.7 inches in diameter (14.5 cm) and stands 3.1 inches tall (7.8 cm). It comes with its own signed and stamped wood box, a protective cloth with the artists stamp, and an insert detailing the artist and the kiln.

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