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Japanese Contemporary Celadon Ceramic Bowl by Ono Kotaro

Creator: Ono Kotaro
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A ceramic bowl with celadon glaze by Japanese potter Ono Kotaro (Japanese, b. 1953). Named "Circular Reef", the fine porcelain bowl features an irregular edge and concentric carved rings in the interior. The surface is covered with a beautiful luminous celadon glaze, and it is marked under the base. The piece comes with its original wood storage tomobako which bears the title "Celadon; Circular Reef" and the artist's name and seal. Dimensions of the box is 5.75" x 12.75" x 12.75" inches.
Living in Hokkaido, Ono Kotaro specializes in celadon glaze on porcelain using seihakuji (bluish-white celadon). His works are known for their sculptural quality that showcases undulating, linear, and carved surface patterning known as shinogi-de, aesthetics all reflected beautifully in this piece. He was the winner of the 4th Mashiko Ceramics Competition Hamada Shoji Prize.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Japan
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	ceramic porcelain
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Fine condition. Storage box shows some wear and tape marks.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Pottery, Asian
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	526036

Dimensions

H.	4.5 in;	Diam.	11.5 in;
H.	11.43 cm;	Diam.	29.21 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.