Tokuda Yasokichi
Tokuda Yasokichi | |
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Born | 20 November 1873 |
Died | 20 February 1956 | (aged 82)
Nationality | Japanese |
Known for | Crafting pottery |
Style | Kutani ware |
Tokuda Yasokichi I (20 November 1873 – 20 February 1956)(徳田八十吉) was a Japanese potter. He specialised in Kutani ware.
Successors[]
His grandson, Tokuda Yasokichi III (1933–2009), was designated a Living National Treasure for his saiyu glaze technique.[1][2][3] He interpreted Kutani in a new way with abstract, colourful designs.[4] His works are held in many museums, including the British Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.[5]
He was succeeded by his daughter (b. 1961), who was allowed to inherit the name, becoming Tokuda Yasokichi IV, to prevent it from becoming extinct. As a female head, she is exceptional among ceramic family dynasties in Japan.[6]
References[]
- ^ [1][dead link]
- ^ "Joan B Mirviss LTD | Japanese Fine Art | Japanese Ceramics". Mirviss.com. Retrieved 22 April 2021.
- ^ [2][dead link]
- ^ "Japanese Potter - Tokuda Yasokichi III (Kutani Ware)". E-yakimono.net. Retrieved 22 April 2021.
- ^ [3][dead link]
- ^ "Tokuda Yasokichi III". Japanesedesign.pl. 14 September 2012. Retrieved 22 April 2021.
Categories:
- Japanese potters
- 1873 births
- 1956 deaths
- Japanese people stubs