Vase - Stoneware - Japan - Incised Wave Pattern - Ikai Yuichi (born 1963)
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Tall stoneware soliflore vase by Ikai Yuichi (born 1963) in the Kyoyaki/Kiyomizuyaki tradition from Kyoto, with a pale ash glaze and incised wave pattern, height 34 cm, width 10 cm, depth 10 cm, green colouring, contemporary style, in good condition with minor signs of aging, and including a signed tomobako and tomobuno.
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Item Description
This is a tall soliflore vase by Kyoto ceramicist Ikai Yuichi (born 1963), created in the tradition of Kyoyaki and Kiyomizuyaki originating from Gojozaka, Kyoto. It features a striking silhouette in which a slender, elongated cylindrical neck rises straight from a rounded, low-centered foot, making it ideally suited for displaying a single stem or a small, compact arrangement of flowers.
The entire vessel is covered in a soft, pale ash glaze, with fine incised lines applied before firing that create a wavelike rhythm across the body. Subtle variations in tone ranging from green to cream have emerged through changes in the glaze during firing. The natural pooling of the glaze into the grooves of the incised lines produces a sense of depth and expression, a characteristic feature of the artist's ash-glazed works. The unglazed foot rim reveals the warm, sandy clay body typical of Kyoto's local stoneware.
This work comes with a signed tomobako (original wooden box) and tomobuno (original fabric wrapping), both in the artist's own hand, with the signature "Yuichi" inscribed on the box. It is offered as a genuine work by this Kyoto-based ceramicist, suitable both as a display piece and for practical use in ikebana flower arrangement.
Artist Profile
Ikai Yuichi was born in 1963 into a family running a ceramics wholesale business on Gojozaka, Kyoto. He graduated from the Forming Department of the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Vocational Training School in 1983, and completed a training programme at the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture in 1984. He subsequently established his own kiln, Kihei-gama, while studying under Shimizu Uichi — a holder of the designation Important Intangible Cultural Property for iron-glazed ceramics — and also undertook formal apprenticeship under Shimizu Yasutaka.
Ikai is known for his refined wheel-thrown works centred on ash glazes and celadon, encompassing a wide range of forms including vases, flower vessels, tea bowls, sake cups and plates. He is a full member of the Japan Kogei Association and a member of the Japan Ceramic Art Association. He was first selected for the Japan Kogei Association Kinki Branch Exhibition in 1985, and first accepted into the Japan Traditional Kogei Exhibition in 1986. He subsequently received the Kinki Prize (the highest award) at the 30th Japan Traditional Kogei Kinki Exhibition, and the Matsushita Prize at the Japan Kogei Association Kinki Branch Exhibition. In 2003, he also exhibited internationally at the Contemporary Japan-Korea Ceramic Art Exhibition held at the Kumho Museum of Art in Seoul.
Dimensions
Height: 34.0 cm
Width: 10.0 cm
Depth: 10.0 cm
Weight: 1,040 g
Condition
No notable cracks or chips are visible. As this is a handcrafted ceramic piece, minor variations in glaze appearance and signs of age-related wear may be present. Please refer to the images for full details.
Additional Information
Place of origin: Kyoto Prefecture (Kyoyaki / Kiyomizuyaki)
Signature / Mark: The tomobako bears the artist's handwritten signature "Yuichi." A ceramic seal is also present on the piece itself.
Included accessories: Artist's handwritten tomobako (original wooden box) and tomobuno (original fabric wrapping) are included.
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Item Description
This is a tall soliflore vase by Kyoto ceramicist Ikai Yuichi (born 1963), created in the tradition of Kyoyaki and Kiyomizuyaki originating from Gojozaka, Kyoto. It features a striking silhouette in which a slender, elongated cylindrical neck rises straight from a rounded, low-centered foot, making it ideally suited for displaying a single stem or a small, compact arrangement of flowers.
The entire vessel is covered in a soft, pale ash glaze, with fine incised lines applied before firing that create a wavelike rhythm across the body. Subtle variations in tone ranging from green to cream have emerged through changes in the glaze during firing. The natural pooling of the glaze into the grooves of the incised lines produces a sense of depth and expression, a characteristic feature of the artist's ash-glazed works. The unglazed foot rim reveals the warm, sandy clay body typical of Kyoto's local stoneware.
This work comes with a signed tomobako (original wooden box) and tomobuno (original fabric wrapping), both in the artist's own hand, with the signature "Yuichi" inscribed on the box. It is offered as a genuine work by this Kyoto-based ceramicist, suitable both as a display piece and for practical use in ikebana flower arrangement.
Artist Profile
Ikai Yuichi was born in 1963 into a family running a ceramics wholesale business on Gojozaka, Kyoto. He graduated from the Forming Department of the Kyoto Prefectural Ceramic Vocational Training School in 1983, and completed a training programme at the Kyoto Municipal Institute of Industrial Technology and Culture in 1984. He subsequently established his own kiln, Kihei-gama, while studying under Shimizu Uichi — a holder of the designation Important Intangible Cultural Property for iron-glazed ceramics — and also undertook formal apprenticeship under Shimizu Yasutaka.
Ikai is known for his refined wheel-thrown works centred on ash glazes and celadon, encompassing a wide range of forms including vases, flower vessels, tea bowls, sake cups and plates. He is a full member of the Japan Kogei Association and a member of the Japan Ceramic Art Association. He was first selected for the Japan Kogei Association Kinki Branch Exhibition in 1985, and first accepted into the Japan Traditional Kogei Exhibition in 1986. He subsequently received the Kinki Prize (the highest award) at the 30th Japan Traditional Kogei Kinki Exhibition, and the Matsushita Prize at the Japan Kogei Association Kinki Branch Exhibition. In 2003, he also exhibited internationally at the Contemporary Japan-Korea Ceramic Art Exhibition held at the Kumho Museum of Art in Seoul.
Dimensions
Height: 34.0 cm
Width: 10.0 cm
Depth: 10.0 cm
Weight: 1,040 g
Condition
No notable cracks or chips are visible. As this is a handcrafted ceramic piece, minor variations in glaze appearance and signs of age-related wear may be present. Please refer to the images for full details.
Additional Information
Place of origin: Kyoto Prefecture (Kyoyaki / Kiyomizuyaki)
Signature / Mark: The tomobako bears the artist's handwritten signature "Yuichi." A ceramic seal is also present on the piece itself.
Included accessories: Artist's handwritten tomobako (original wooden box) and tomobuno (original fabric wrapping) are included.
NOITICE:
The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1040 g
Title additional information
Incised Wave Pattern - Ikai Yuichi (born 1963)
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Designer/artist/maker
Ikai Yuichi
Material
Stoneware
Style
Contemporary
Colour
Green
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
34 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
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