花瓶 - Stoneware - Japan - 華やかな青釉の卵形壺 - 木村芳郎 Kimura Yoshiro (1946年 - ) - 署名入り友箱付き
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Striking blue-glazed stoneware ovoid jar by Japanese artist Kimura Yoshiro (b. 1946), with the maker’s seal, signed tomobako box, 20 cm wide, 26.5 cm high, 20 cm depth, weight 2439 g, in good condition with minor age-related wear.
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Item Description
This is a striking ovoid jar by the Japanese ceramic artist 木村芳郎 Kimura Yoshiro (1946- ), created in his signature hekiyu (blue glaze) technique. Kimura developed this distinctive glaze through decades of experimentation, and it remains the defining feature of his work.
The piece takes a full, egg-like form that tapers to a small circular opening at the top, allowing the glaze to be admired as a continuous, unbroken field. The surface displays a rich gradient from pale turquoise near the mouth to a deep cobalt blue at the base, with a fine, naturally occurring crackle texture throughout the glaze. The listing title references a lotus (renmon) motif associated with this body of work; the jar itself presents as a smooth, sculptural form rather than a carved relief pattern.
The base is unglazed within a recessed foot ring and bears the artist's impressed seal mark. The jar comes with its original wooden storage box (tomobako), a standard mark of authenticity and proper provenance for Japanese studio ceramics.
Consistent with a handmade studio piece of this size, some light surface wear and minor firing characteristics consistent with age may be present; please refer to the photographs for a full visual assessment.
Size
Height: 26.5 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 20 cm
Weight
2439 g
Condition
The jar is in good overall condition with only minor surface wear consistent with age, as noted by light surface marks visible in the photographs. No cracks, chips, or repairs are apparent from visual inspection.
Artist Profile
Kimura was born in 1946 and established his own kiln in 1975, achieving his first acceptance into the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition the following year. He is recognised for ceramics glazed in deep hues of blue; his signature aquamarine glaze, hekiyu, shifts from a nearly transparent shallow-water blue to tones of dark sapphire. He also creates a rippling wave effect on his ceramics through a decorative technique known as renmon. His forms are mostly wheel-thrown and constructed from a blend of porcelain and stoneware.
His prizes include the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition Encouragement Prize (1984), the Hiroshima Cultural Prize (1994), the Kaneshige Toyo Prize (2001), the Taiwan Gold Ceramic Award Bronze Prize (2000), and the Asahi Shimbun Prize at the 67th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition (2020), along with recognition from the Agency for Cultural Affairs (2021).
His works are held in the collection of the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, among other institutions. Solo exhibitions have been held at major venues including Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi and Ginza Wako Hall, both in Tokyo.
Additional Information
Glaze technique: Hekiyu (signature blue glaze developed by the artist), with renmon wave decoration
Provenance: Comes with the original signed tomobako (wooden storage box)
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 striking ovoid jar by the Japanese ceramic artist 木村芳郎 Kimura Yoshiro (1946- ), created in his signature hekiyu (blue glaze) technique. Kimura developed this distinctive glaze through decades of experimentation, and it remains the defining feature of his work.
The piece takes a full, egg-like form that tapers to a small circular opening at the top, allowing the glaze to be admired as a continuous, unbroken field. The surface displays a rich gradient from pale turquoise near the mouth to a deep cobalt blue at the base, with a fine, naturally occurring crackle texture throughout the glaze. The listing title references a lotus (renmon) motif associated with this body of work; the jar itself presents as a smooth, sculptural form rather than a carved relief pattern.
The base is unglazed within a recessed foot ring and bears the artist's impressed seal mark. The jar comes with its original wooden storage box (tomobako), a standard mark of authenticity and proper provenance for Japanese studio ceramics.
Consistent with a handmade studio piece of this size, some light surface wear and minor firing characteristics consistent with age may be present; please refer to the photographs for a full visual assessment.
Size
Height: 26.5 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 20 cm
Weight
2439 g
Condition
The jar is in good overall condition with only minor surface wear consistent with age, as noted by light surface marks visible in the photographs. No cracks, chips, or repairs are apparent from visual inspection.
Artist Profile
Kimura was born in 1946 and established his own kiln in 1975, achieving his first acceptance into the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition the following year. He is recognised for ceramics glazed in deep hues of blue; his signature aquamarine glaze, hekiyu, shifts from a nearly transparent shallow-water blue to tones of dark sapphire. He also creates a rippling wave effect on his ceramics through a decorative technique known as renmon. His forms are mostly wheel-thrown and constructed from a blend of porcelain and stoneware.
His prizes include the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition Encouragement Prize (1984), the Hiroshima Cultural Prize (1994), the Kaneshige Toyo Prize (2001), the Taiwan Gold Ceramic Award Bronze Prize (2000), and the Asahi Shimbun Prize at the 67th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition (2020), along with recognition from the Agency for Cultural Affairs (2021).
His works are held in the collection of the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo, among other institutions. Solo exhibitions have been held at major venues including Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi and Ginza Wako Hall, both in Tokyo.
Additional Information
Glaze technique: Hekiyu (signature blue glaze developed by the artist), with renmon wave decoration
Provenance: Comes with the original signed tomobako (wooden storage box)
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
時代
1900-2000
重量
2439 g
タイトル補足情報
Striking Blue-Glazed Ovoid Jar - 木村芳郎 Kimura Yoshiro (1946- ) - Signed tomobako box
アイテム数
1
原産国
Japan
デザイナー/アーティスト/作家
木村芳郎 Kimura Yoshiro (1946- )
素材
Stoneware
スタイル
Contemporary
カラー
Blue
コンディション
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
高さ
26.5 cm
幅
20 cm
奥行き
20 cm
推定年代
1900-2000
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