You are invited to come along with me as I learn about Japanese ceramics. I will share what I learn about the kilns, history, terminology, potters, decorators, styles, and marks. This is a work in progress. ** NOTICE: I NO LONGER ANSWER QUERIES ON PERSONAL PIECES. I DO NOT GIVE VALUATIONS.
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Monday, January 4, 2016
Uzukumaru (蹲る)- O Thou Squashed Pot.
This shape of a Japanese vase is called Uzukumaru......which gives the impression of squatting or bowing. Thanks Barbie for letting me use your pictures.....and no, it wasn't a bad day at the kiln! ;)
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