A Kōshino Chawan (紅志野茶碗)
Showa Era (1926-1989), Heisei Era (1989–2019) or Reiwa Era (2019 – present)
About the work
This exceptional Kōshino Chawan by esteemed potter Ken Kato captures the essence of Shino ware with its vibrant reddish glaze and natural ash effects. The surface features an organic interplay of textures and tones, created through Kato’s expert firing techniques. Its bold yet harmonious form makes it an ideal piece for tea ceremonies or as a display of Japanese ceramic artistry.
This chawan is presented with a tomobako (signed wooden storage box), ensuring authenticity and heritage.
Dimensions
12cm(w) x 9.4cm(h)
Footnote
Ken Kato (加藤健), born in 1947 in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, is a master of Mino ware (美濃焼) and founder of the Genkuro Kiln (源九郎窯). After training under Ohashi Momonosuke, Kobayashi Bunichi, and Uchida Kunio, he established his own kiln in 1973.
Specializing in Shino (志野) and Oribe (織部) ceramics, Kato’s work is admired for its natural glazes and organic textures. He has held exhibitions at major venues like Isetan and Mitsukoshi, earning him recognition as a leading figure in contemporary Mino-yaki.
