Kumakura Junkichi (熊倉順吉), Japanese, 1920-1985

An Oribe-Glazed Bowl

Showa Era (1926-1989)

About the work

A striking Oribe-glazed ceramic bowl by the renowned Japanese ceramic artist Kumakura Junkichi. The bowl features a vibrant green glaze with deep pooling effects, accented by dark, expressive brushstrokes, characteristic of Kumakura’s bold and avant-garde approach to pottery. The textured surface and organic form enhance the visual depth of the piece, making it a remarkable example of contemporary Japanese ceramic art.

This exceptional work comes housed in a tomobako (signed wooden box), ensuring its authenticity and collectible value. A beautiful representation of Oribe ware, ideal for tea ceremonies, display, or as a unique addition to any ceramic collection.

Dimensions

7.8cm(h) x 22cm(w) x 19cm(d)

Footnote

Kumakura Junkichi (1920–1985) was a pioneering figure in Japanese sculptural ceramics. A graduate of the Kyoto Institute of Technology, he apprenticed under Tomimoto Kenkichi before becoming a core member of the avant-garde Sōdeisha group. His works, inspired by jazz improvisation and bold artistic expression, earned him numerous accolades, including the Japan Ceramic Society Prize and international recognition at the Brussels World Exposition (1958) and the International Ceramics Exhibition in Prague (1962).