Vintage Monumental Brutalist Japanese Wood Fired Stoneware Vessel

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Monumental Japanese Wood-Fired Stoneware Vessel

Mid-Century Studio Pottery | Noborigama Kiln-Fired | Ikebana Display Piece

Object Description:

A commanding example … Read more Monumental Japanese Wood-Fired Stoneware Vessel

Mid-Century Studio Pottery | Noborigama Kiln-Fired | Ikebana Display Piece

Object Description:

A commanding example of Japanese postwar ceramic art, this substantial vessel showcases the interplay between controlled craftsmanship and organic materiality. The piece features:

- Dramatic split detailing on four sides, creating bold negative space

- Textured stoneware body with natural wood-fired glaze variations

- Substantial footed base designed for stability in floral display

- Rich surface patina from decades of careful use

Technical Attributes:

Material: High-density stoneware

Firing Method: Traditional wood kiln (likely noborigama)

Glaze Type: Natural ash deposits with iron oxide accents

Heavy piece

Condition Notes:

- Structurally sound with the same no cracks or repairs

- Expected glaze crazing and minor surface wear

- Glaze chips limited to base footing (visible in documentation)

- Retains excellent display presence

Provenance History:

Previously owned by a Japanese art collector based in Kennett Square, PA.

Dimensions:

Height: 16 inches

Width: 12 inches

Depth: 11.5 inches

Display Potential:

- Centerpiece for contemporary ikebana arrangements

- Striking sculptural element in modern interiors

- Important addition to postwar ceramic collections See less