A Willow Patterned Black Tea Bowl by Banura Shiro
- Artist:
- Banura Shiro
- Era:
- Contemporary
- Price:
- $1,250
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- Contact gallery
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Splashed across a beautifully textured backdrop of shimmering black, the willow leaves painted in silver bring with them a sense of calm and contemplation. Generously proportioned though not too heavy in the hand, the wide base ensures stability while the upward curvature of the sides breaks with convention and offers a unique and decidedly modern flair.
Born in Kyoto as the 4th son of a famous lacquer artist named Shogo, Banura Shiro (1941-2001) followed suit and went into the arts like his father, taking up potting as his life’s work. Heavily influenced by artists such as Kitaoji Rosanjin and Ogata Kenzan, Banura strove to make pieces that fit well in the culinary world and that people would enjoy using. Much like Rosanjin who he would eventually become acquainted with, he strove to create pieces that would enhance the dishes they were served with. Most active during the 80s, Banura exhibited not only far and wide but at some of the poshest venues of the time including museums and department stores in Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. Though today I only occasionally encounter his pieces, I tend to be impressed with them every time, as with this lovely tea bowl.
In excellent condition, this rather unique tea bowl is 5.5 inches in diameter at its widest point (14cm) and stands 3.35 inches tall (8.5cm). It comes in its original box signed and sealed by the artist and with a protective wrapping cloth. **** International shipping and insurance is included in the price.
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