Oribe Αρωματοδόχος (Koro) - Τελετή του τσαγιού - Κεραμικό - 高内秀剛 Takauchi Shugo (1937-) - Ιαπωνία - 1900–2000

Item Description:

This is an Oribe incense burner (koro) created by Takauchi Shugo (高内秀剛, 1937-).

The piece exemplifies the distinctive Oribe style with its characteristic green glaze and dynamic form.

Standing at 27.5 cm tall, this incense burner showcases Takauchi's mastery of the Oribe tradition, a style that originated in the Mino region and is celebrated for its bold, asymmetrical designs and vibrant copper-green glazing.

Takauchi Hidetake established his kiln in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture in 1968, and has since gained recognition in the Japanese ceramic art world. His works have been featured in prestigious exhibitions including the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition and Contemporary Japanese Ceramics exhibitions.

This incense burner represents his sophisticated interpretation of the historic Oribe aesthetic, combining traditional techniques with contemporary sensibilities.

The piece displays the characteristic features of Oribe ware: the distinctive green glaze with natural variations in color intensity, the sculptural quality of the form, and the dynamic presence that makes each viewing angle unique.

This incense burner would be an excellent addition to a tea ceremony setting or as a standalone art piece for collectors of Japanese ceramics.


Size
Height: 27.5 cm
Width: 16 cm
Depth: 11 cm


Condition
Shows signs of use consistent with age. Overall good vintage condition with minor wear appropriate for a previously used ceremonial object.


Artist Profile
Takauchi Shugo (高内秀剛, 1937-)
Born in Tokyo in 1937, Takauchi Hidetake established his kiln in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture in 1968. His career spans over five decades of distinguished ceramic artistry with numerous accolades and exhibitions.
Selected Achievements:

1972: Selected for Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition
1973: Selected for Japan Ceramic Art Exhibition
1976: Selected for Contemporary Japanese Ceramics Exhibition
1989: Received Tochigi Prefecture Cultural Encouragement Award
1996: Featured in NHK Yakimono Tanbo Exhibition
2000: Featured in Tokyo National Museum of Modern Art exhibition
2003: Exhibited at Tokyo Metropolitan Teien Art Museum

Takauchi has represented Japanese ceramic arts with his works held in museum collections and exhibited throughout Japan. His pieces bridge traditional Oribe techniques with contemporary artistic expression.


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