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Covered Box, 1990s

Creator: Matsui Kōsei
Offered by: Thomsen Gallery

Description
Matsui Kōsei
Covered Box, 1990s
Neriage ceramic
Size 7 x 11¼ x 8½ in. (18 x 28.5 x 22 cm)
T-4951

Starting his studies in ceramics in 1946, Matsui Kōsei became a priest at the Gessō-ji Temple in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture in 1957, where he studied numerous examples of ancient Chinese, Korean and Japanese ceramics. In 1959 he restored the kiln near the temple grounds and completely focused on the research of neriage (marbleized colored-clay). Kōsei became a key figure in the revival of neriage.

From 1967, he trained under Tamura Koichi, the glaze expert, dedicating himself to the study of Chinese kneading and inlaying.

Using various techniques, Kōsei created geometric and abstract patterns. His extensive research of old techniques and his practical application of these led to a deep appreciation of his works. He was designated a Living National Treasure in 1993.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	1980-1999
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Asian
Incollect Reference #:	743507

Dimensions

W.	11.25 in;	H.	7 in;	D.	8.5 in;
W.	28.58 cm;	H.	17.78 cm;	D.	21.59 cm;

Message from Seller:

Thomsen gallery, located in a townhouse on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, offers important Japanese paintings and works of art to collectors and museums worldwide. The gallery specializes in Japanese screens and scrolls; in early Japanese tea ceramics from the medieval through the Edo periods; in masterpieces of ikebana bamboo baskets; and in gold lacquer objects.