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Large Octagonal Mashiko Pottery Bowl, Signed browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Japanese:Stoneware: Pre 1920: item # 554444 Please refer to our stock # 2B-516 when inquiring.
B & C Antiques P. O. Box 291 Derby, CT 06418 203-929-7312 Guest Book $895 |
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This most impressive Japanese stoneware bowl was made in the Mashiko kilns in the early 20th century. Thickly potted in octagonal shape, the interior is covered with a transparent neutral glaze that is richly crackled. The bold hand painted decoration is large in scale and very freely executed. Iron oxide glaze surrounds the rim and central circles which enclose the inscription “Sei-Hitsu.” Subtle accent spots of rich copper green glaze highlight the four brown leaf-like decorations within the outer circle. Washes of iron oxide glaze surround the exterior sides, and there is an unidentified Mashiko potter’s mark painted inside the foot rim. Mashiko has been a major folk pottery center since the 1850’s, producing primarily utilitarian wares. In the early 1900’s, Shoji Hamada established his kiln there and became internationally famous. The traditional pottery concept was to not pursue artistry apart from everyday life but to create practical beauty as a part of the crafted items to be used in daily living. Folk-craft products or “mingei,” of which this large bowl is representative, are objects used by common people. These commonplace, functional artifacts are endowed with a beauty directly connected with their utility – a beauty that is simple, humble and unassuming. Condition of this handsome oversized bowl is excellent. Dimensions: 17” diameter, 6” high. |
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