Sculptural Vase in Black Ceramic by Keiko Yoshida, 1970s

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Keiko yoshida vase from 1971, signed and executed in black ceramic with organic, sculptural forms. The asymmetrical openings and the … Read more Keiko yoshida vase from 1971, signed and executed in black ceramic with organic, sculptural forms. The asymmetrical openings and the matte, metallic glaze give the object a powerful visual presence. With this example, the original signed letter dated 22 november 1972 has been preserved, complete with signature and seal. The vase was made by the japanese artist keiko yoshida (1938) during her european period in the early 1970s. The piece is constructed from black ceramic with an irregular surface and asymmetrical openings, finished with a matte glaze in black and graphite grey. The underside is marked ‘ya 71’ together with yoshida’s japanese family name. Dimensions: 33 × 20 × 22 cm (w×d×h). Together with the preserved letter this represents a unique and fully documented work from yoshida’s early oeuvre. Yoshida received several awards including the lux prize (1969), doutrelon-detry prize (1971), belgian critique award (1971), rising prize (1973) and the rembrandt bugatti award (1973 and 1974). The condition of this object is excellent, without damage or restorations. Otheretsy shipping profile: package 5-10kg designdesigner: keiko yoshida manufacturer: keiko yoshida vintage style: brutalist design period: 1970s authenticityproduction period: 1970s origin: belgium attribution: documented, marked qualitycondition: very good restauration: ztijl quality checked! wear due: patina consistent with age and use appearanceprimary color: black material: ceramic detailsdimensions: 20 × 33 × 22 cm (w×d×h) i have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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