Haiyū Ryokusai Tsubo Jar by Ikai Yūichi

Description

Kyoto native Ikai Yūichi has trained under the late Shimizu Uichi (1926-2004) who, in 1985, was awarded the title of Living National Treasure for his outstanding work in ceramic making.  And it is from his sensei that Ikai learned the secrets to coaxing subtle hues and fluid effects from the oldest and most rudimentary of all glazes - hai, or ash.

This majestic tsubo jar is glazed in natural red pine and cedar ash.  It came from the kiln enrobed in an organic gradation of chaff beige to verdant green (ryokusai) with fluid effects running down an incised landscape.  It is a resplendent example of Ikai's mastery over ash glazes.

Although traditionally used for storing tea leaves and other dry goods, tsubo also serve as vessels for flower arrangements, and this one is large enough to accommodate grand compositions of branches and long stemmed flowers.  As a decorative piece, however, it commands equal attention all on its own.

A wooden presentation box can be custom made for this piece at an additional fee.  Please contact us for more details.

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