花瓶 - Stoneware - Japan - Goribe式焼締め - Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎（生年 1941）
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A Yakishime unglazed stoneware hanaike vase by Suzuki Gorō (b. 1941) with a blocky irregular silhouette and square mouth, multicolour surface, dimensions 30.7 cm high by 19.7 cm wide by 18.7 cm deep, weight 8.8 kg, from Japan, circa 1900–2000, in good condition with small signs of aging and blemishes.
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Item Description
This is a yakishime hanaike (unglazed, high-fired stoneware flower vase) by Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎 (b. 1941), a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist celebrated for his bold reinterpretation of Oribe, Shino, and Kiseto traditions.
The vessel is built up in a sculptural, patchwork-like manner, with irregular slab-formed sections joined together, echoing Suzuki's well-known yobitsugi technique. The surface displays a rich variety of textures and colours produced during the wood-firing process, ranging from soft green natural ash deposits to deep grey, rust, and terracotta tones where the unglazed clay body was directly exposed to flame and ember. Incised geometric lattice patterns, spirals, and figurative motifs are carved into several of the panels, giving the piece a strong graphic quality reminiscent of Suzuki's signature "Goribe" style.
The vase has an irregular, standing block-like silhouette with a square mouth opening at the top, designed as a flower container (hanaike) rather than a purely decorative object. The reverse and underside show the raw, unglazed clay body along with visible construction seams typical of the artist's hand-built approach.
Size
Height: 30.7 cm
Width: 19.7 cm
Depth: 18.7 cm
Weight
8800 g / 8.8 kg
Condition
The piece has been inspected visually only, with no functional testing applicable to this type of object. The surface shows the natural firing variations, rough textures, and small clay imperfections that are inherent to Suzuki's yakishime technique rather than damage. No repairs or restorations have been noted.
Artist Profile
Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎 was born in 1941 in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture.
Suzuki began his ceramic career at the age of 16 and has worked independently throughout his career, presenting his work exclusively through solo exhibitions rather than affiliating with established groups. He is best known for revitalising the aesthetics of classical Oribe ware through inventive, non-traditional designs and fanciful brushwork, and for developing his own signature style known as "Goribe" (五利部) — a term combining characters from his own name, Rikyū, and Oribe.
His achievements include the Grand Prize at the Asahi Ceramic Arts Exhibition (1966), an award at the Third Chunichi International Ceramic Exhibition (1971), and the Japan Ceramic Society Prize (2001). He has also been invited as a visiting scholar to academic institutions overseas, reflecting the international recognition of his work.
Suzuki's ceramics are held in numerous museum and private collections both in Japan and internationally. A major retrospective of his work, "Live in Earth, Play in Earth," was held at the Menard Art Museum in 2015.
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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 yakishime hanaike (unglazed, high-fired stoneware flower vase) by Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎 (b. 1941), a contemporary Japanese ceramic artist celebrated for his bold reinterpretation of Oribe, Shino, and Kiseto traditions.
The vessel is built up in a sculptural, patchwork-like manner, with irregular slab-formed sections joined together, echoing Suzuki's well-known yobitsugi technique. The surface displays a rich variety of textures and colours produced during the wood-firing process, ranging from soft green natural ash deposits to deep grey, rust, and terracotta tones where the unglazed clay body was directly exposed to flame and ember. Incised geometric lattice patterns, spirals, and figurative motifs are carved into several of the panels, giving the piece a strong graphic quality reminiscent of Suzuki's signature "Goribe" style.
The vase has an irregular, standing block-like silhouette with a square mouth opening at the top, designed as a flower container (hanaike) rather than a purely decorative object. The reverse and underside show the raw, unglazed clay body along with visible construction seams typical of the artist's hand-built approach.
Size
Height: 30.7 cm
Width: 19.7 cm
Depth: 18.7 cm
Weight
8800 g / 8.8 kg
Condition
The piece has been inspected visually only, with no functional testing applicable to this type of object. The surface shows the natural firing variations, rough textures, and small clay imperfections that are inherent to Suzuki's yakishime technique rather than damage. No repairs or restorations have been noted.
Artist Profile
Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎 was born in 1941 in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture.
Suzuki began his ceramic career at the age of 16 and has worked independently throughout his career, presenting his work exclusively through solo exhibitions rather than affiliating with established groups. He is best known for revitalising the aesthetics of classical Oribe ware through inventive, non-traditional designs and fanciful brushwork, and for developing his own signature style known as "Goribe" (五利部) — a term combining characters from his own name, Rikyū, and Oribe.
His achievements include the Grand Prize at the Asahi Ceramic Arts Exhibition (1966), an award at the Third Chunichi International Ceramic Exhibition (1971), and the Japan Ceramic Society Prize (2001). He has also been invited as a visiting scholar to academic institutions overseas, reflecting the international recognition of his work.
Suzuki's ceramics are held in numerous museum and private collections both in Japan and internationally. A major retrospective of his work, "Live in Earth, Play in Earth," was held at the Menard Art Museum in 2015.
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
8800 g
タイトル補足情報
Goribe style Yakishime - Suzuki Gorō 鈴木五郎 (b. 1941)
アイテム数
1
原産国
Japan
素材
Stoneware
スタイル
Contemporary
カラー
Multicolour
コンディション
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
高さ
30.7 cm
幅
19.7 cm
奥行き
18.7 cm
推定年代
1900-2000
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