Re: Not my teaware.....but I wish it were....
I have recently sent an enquiry about future Daisen-yaki items from Suzuki-san. From what I have gathered, he is not very well, and the works on Magokorodo or Kura are old items. These may be the last ones available. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
Re: Not my teaware.....but I wish it were....
I spent the afternoon with suzuki-san and family last summer. daisen-yaki - kugogama - is a family kiln and his son is creating beautiful pieces.David R. wrote:I have recently sent an enquiry about future Daisen-yaki items from Suzuki-san. From what I have gathered, he is not very well, and the works on Magokorodo or Kura are old items. These may be the last ones available. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
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glad to hear that the tradition of such stunningly beautiful wares may be carried on.
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+1!!!
I am often struck by how old so many of the teaware artisans of Japan seem to be. On the surface, a Westerner may think that the art is dying.
I am guessing a lot of emphasis is placed upon the eldest living in the line (especially noticed in family kilns) while the younger in the same family line must wait their turn. Tradition perhaps?
I am often struck by how old so many of the teaware artisans of Japan seem to be. On the surface, a Westerner may think that the art is dying.
I am guessing a lot of emphasis is placed upon the eldest living in the line (especially noticed in family kilns) while the younger in the same family line must wait their turn. Tradition perhaps?
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My guess is that it's because such arts take a lifetime to master.Chip wrote:+1!!!
I am often struck by how old so many of the teaware artisans of Japan seem to be. On the surface, a Westerner may think that the art is dying.
I am guessing a lot of emphasis is placed upon the eldest living in the line (especially noticed in family kilns) while the younger in the same family line must wait their turn. Tradition perhaps?
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Sounds about right.Poohblah wrote:My guess is that it's because such arts take a lifetime to master.
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I believe that this could be part of the equation, but there is still the X factor which I am thinking is cultural tradition. Sometimes the younger in a family displays more (current) talent, but as long as the senior is still producing ... the respect and national treasure status is his.futurebird wrote:Sounds about right.Poohblah wrote:My guess is that it's because such arts take a lifetime to master.
I am sure there are exceptions ...
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Good news ! Would you happen to have a link to his son's work. I am very curious.rdl wrote:I spent the afternoon with suzuki-san and family last summer. daisen-yaki - kugogama - is a family kiln and his son is creating beautiful pieces.David R. wrote:I have recently sent an enquiry about future Daisen-yaki items from Suzuki-san. From what I have gathered, he is not very well, and the works on Magokorodo or Kura are old items. These may be the last ones available. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news.
Two good examples of son/great-son of artists who are very promising : Eiichi Shibuya, Yamada So.
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This makes me drool.drool for the pot or the price haha
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Not sure I would actually want one of these, but amazing nonetheless.May 7th, '13, 18:43
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Mago has several pieces from Toshiyuki Suzuki on his EBay site right now--some really lovely and more affordable smaller items.....apropos of our recent discussions.....
If I weren't really trying to clamp down on spending right now, I'd be grabbing this fantastic little piece.
If I weren't really trying to clamp down on spending right now, I'd be grabbing this fantastic little piece.
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Looks like white flames. Plus it would be cool on a motorcycle.debunix wrote: If I weren't really trying to clamp down on spending right now, I'd be grabbing this fantastic little piece.
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Stunning. But a little bit too flashy for teaware, IMHO.