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Glazed Ceramic Tea Bowl by Toshiko Takaezu

Creator: Toshiko Takaezu
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A small elegant glazed ceramic tea bowl (chawan) by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The well-balanced form is hand built and shows slight irregularity, further accentuated with wheel grooves circumventing the exterior. The surface is covered with a slightly greenish glaze of a lacquer finish with crackles. The lower portion is covered with an abstract glaze with a complex color transition and overlayed pattern. The colors range from beige to reddish brown to ink black. The patterns show patched overlaid with stripes and strokes. The interior is decorated with a few brushed strokes, reminiscent of ink calligraphy.
The artist's work was heavily influenced by the Japanese ceramic tradition and aesthetics. The bowl is signed with the artist's cypher on the underside.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States, Hawaii
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Good. Minimal if any wear
Creation Date:	late 20th century
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Pottery, Asian
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	548163

Dimensions

H.	2.875 in;	Diam.	4.875 in;
H.	7.3 cm;	Diam.	12.38 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion