Okumura Kozo 奥村考造 (active 1970-1990) - Bowl - Pottery - Hydrangea Tea Bowl
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Okumura Kozo, a Kyoto-based Kyo-yaki potter active from 1970 to 1990, presents a hand-painted Hydrangea Tea Bowl (hira chawan) in pottery with gold detailing, measuring 14.8 cm by 6 cm and weighing 510 g including its original signed wooden box (tomobako), in good condition with minor signs of ageing.
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奥村考造 Okumura Kozo (active 1970-1990)
Okumura Kozo is a contemporary Kyoto ware (Kyo-yaki / Kiyomizu ware) ceramic artist who worked mainly during the late Showa to early Heisei period (circa 1970s–1990s). He is known for creating hand-painted color-enamel ceramics decorated with vivid pigments and gold detailing, a style characteristic of modern Kyoto decorative ware. Okumura frequently used natural motifs such as hydrangea, plum blossoms, and foliage, applying rich overglaze enamels and gold lines to achieve a vibrant, elegant surface. His works are typically signed “考造 (Kozo)” with a red seal “考”, and many pieces come with a signed wooden box (tomobako), indicating studio-made artist ware rather than mass production. His ceramics are appreciated for their refined Kyoto-style aesthetics, combining traditional Japanese motifs with contemporary color expression. While not a mass-market producer, Okumura represents the lineage of individual Kyoto artisans who continued the decorative Kyo-yaki tradition into the late 20th century.
with seal 'Ko' 考
This elegant flat tea bowl (hira chawan) was crafted by Okumura Kozo, a Kyoto-based ceramic artist active between 1970 and 1990. Known for his refined decorative style and mastery of traditional Kyo ware techniques, Okumura’s work often features seasonal motifs rendered with vivid colors and delicate brushwork. The present piece, titled “Hydrangea Tea Bowl”, is adorned with hand-painted clusters of hydrangea blossoms and foliage in rich tones of blue, green, and gold. The surface is subtly textured, enhancing the depth and vibrancy of the floral design. The bowl’s wide, shallow form is ideal for summer tea gatherings, where visual elegance and seasonal resonance are especially prized. The bowl is accompanied by its original signed wooden box (tomobako), which ensures authenticity and careful preservation. A fine example of postwar Kyoto ceramics, this piece will appeal to collectors of Japanese tea utensils and modern Kyo ware.
奥村考造 Okumura Kozo (active 1970-1990) Kyo ware Hira Chawan (Flat Tea bowl) 'Hydrangea Tea Bowl' with Original Box (Tomobako)
Dimensions: 5.8" x 2.3" / 14.8cm x 6cm
Material: Pottery
Weight: 510g including Original box (Tomobako)
Condition
Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions in the photos.
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Seller's Story
Reiwa Antiques is an officially licensed antique dealer based in Japan, offering a range of authentic Japanese antiques, including traditional paintings, exquisite calligraphy, and beautiful tea utensils. Our goal is to continue to provide you with a pleasant buying experience. As part of that, in order to reduce your VAT and Import Tax burden as much as possible, we offer free shipping. We have been dealing with overseas transactions for more than 10 years. Please be assured that we'll always pack your items carefully and do our best to deliver your items safely. The usual shipping methods are Registered Airmail, EMS (Postal expedited), or DHL. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or need any help.
Yours cordially,
Reiwa Antiques
奥村考造 Okumura Kozo (active 1970-1990)
Okumura Kozo is a contemporary Kyoto ware (Kyo-yaki / Kiyomizu ware) ceramic artist who worked mainly during the late Showa to early Heisei period (circa 1970s–1990s). He is known for creating hand-painted color-enamel ceramics decorated with vivid pigments and gold detailing, a style characteristic of modern Kyoto decorative ware. Okumura frequently used natural motifs such as hydrangea, plum blossoms, and foliage, applying rich overglaze enamels and gold lines to achieve a vibrant, elegant surface. His works are typically signed “考造 (Kozo)” with a red seal “考”, and many pieces come with a signed wooden box (tomobako), indicating studio-made artist ware rather than mass production. His ceramics are appreciated for their refined Kyoto-style aesthetics, combining traditional Japanese motifs with contemporary color expression. While not a mass-market producer, Okumura represents the lineage of individual Kyoto artisans who continued the decorative Kyo-yaki tradition into the late 20th century.
with seal 'Ko' 考
This elegant flat tea bowl (hira chawan) was crafted by Okumura Kozo, a Kyoto-based ceramic artist active between 1970 and 1990. Known for his refined decorative style and mastery of traditional Kyo ware techniques, Okumura’s work often features seasonal motifs rendered with vivid colors and delicate brushwork. The present piece, titled “Hydrangea Tea Bowl”, is adorned with hand-painted clusters of hydrangea blossoms and foliage in rich tones of blue, green, and gold. The surface is subtly textured, enhancing the depth and vibrancy of the floral design. The bowl’s wide, shallow form is ideal for summer tea gatherings, where visual elegance and seasonal resonance are especially prized. The bowl is accompanied by its original signed wooden box (tomobako), which ensures authenticity and careful preservation. A fine example of postwar Kyoto ceramics, this piece will appeal to collectors of Japanese tea utensils and modern Kyo ware.
奥村考造 Okumura Kozo (active 1970-1990) Kyo ware Hira Chawan (Flat Tea bowl) 'Hydrangea Tea Bowl' with Original Box (Tomobako)
Dimensions: 5.8" x 2.3" / 14.8cm x 6cm
Material: Pottery
Weight: 510g including Original box (Tomobako)
Condition
Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions in the photos.
Shipping
"FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.
Seller's Story
Reiwa Antiques is an officially licensed antique dealer based in Japan, offering a range of authentic Japanese antiques, including traditional paintings, exquisite calligraphy, and beautiful tea utensils. Our goal is to continue to provide you with a pleasant buying experience. As part of that, in order to reduce your VAT and Import Tax burden as much as possible, we offer free shipping. We have been dealing with overseas transactions for more than 10 years. Please be assured that we'll always pack your items carefully and do our best to deliver your items safely. The usual shipping methods are Registered Airmail, EMS (Postal expedited), or DHL. Please don't hesitate to let me know if you have any questions or need any help.
Yours cordially,
Reiwa Antiques
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
510 g
Specific region of origin
Kyoto
Title additional information
Hydrangea Tea Bowl
Country of Origin
Japan
Designer/Artist/Maker
Okumura Kozo 奥村考造 (active 1970-1990)
Material
Pottery
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6 cm
Width
14.8 cm
Depth
14.8 cm
Estimated Period
1970-1980, 1980-1990, 1990-2000
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