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A square vase (kaku hanaire) in Mashiko ware by Tatsuzo Shimaoka, decorated with his signature Jomon-zogan (rope-pattern inlay) technique combined with akae (red overglaze) floral motifs set within window panels. This is a powerful piece showcasing the inlay and window-painting work for which he was renowned.
About the maker — Tatsuzo Shimaoka (1919-2007) was a Japanese ceramic artist based in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture, known as a leading figure of the Mashiko-yaki pottery tradition. Born in Tokyo to a family of cord-braiders, he studied ceramics at Tokyo Institute of Technology and later apprenticed under Shoji Hamada, the renowned potter who helped revive Mashiko ware. He developed a distinctive technique called Jomon-zogan (rope-pattern inlay), combining rope-impressed decoration inspired by Jomon-period pottery with Korean-style slip inlay (mishima/zogan) techniques. His work earned wide acclaim domestically and internationally, and in 1996 he was designated a Living National Treasure for Mingei (folk craft) pottery. He was also awarded the Order of the Rising Sun in 1999.
The piece — Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.5 x Height 23.4 cm
Condition & box — There is some soiling on the box. Please refer to the photos for the item's current appearance and condition.
Included — Original signed wooden box (tomobako)
Shipping from Japan — Free worldwide shipping by DHL, tracked. Most orders leave Japan within 5 business days and arrive 3 to 7 business days after dispatch. 14-day returns.
