Chiharu Ima Shigaraki Pottery Exhibition - Accompanied by the Calligraphy of Susumu Kurobe -
| Exhibition period Schedule |
July 3, 2012 (Tue) – July 9 (Mon) July 3 - July 9, 2012 |
| Gallery opening hours Opening Hours | 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on the first and last days) Open every day during the exhibition period. |
| Introduction Introduction |
My friend, Chiharu Ima, considers Kiyoharu Tsuji, one of the five leading figures in the Japanese ceramics world and a pioneer of Shigaraki ware, as her mentor. Now, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the opening of her kiln, she has decided to lay bare her soul here to seek your rigorous evaluation. And so, I, too, have decided to come along, albeit with some humility. Ima's collection of pottery exudes grandeur, strength, and a captivating charm that doesn't pander to people or objects. It is a reflection of Ima Chiharu himself. While it possesses a raw, almost primal spirit that seeks to conquer even the earth and the kiln's flames, it also exudes a warmth that radiates from it when you hold it in your hands, making you want to drink sake and eat a meal. Alright everyone, please take a look. Actor Susumu Kurobe |
| Biography Biography | Ceramic artist's history: Born in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture in 1951. 1981: Studied under Kiyoharu Tsuji. Selected for the Unglazed Pottery Open Call Exhibition, 1991 (Heisei 3). 1992: Received the Grand Master's Award at the Tanko Biennale Tea Ceremony Art Exhibition. Numerous solo exhibitions held throughout Japan. |
| Artist in the gallery day Date Artist in Gallery | I plan to be at the gallery every day during the exhibition period. |
| notice Notice | ■Invitation to a fun reception: "A gathering to enjoy tableware and Echigo cuisine" Date and Time: Tuesday, July 3rd, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Membership fee: 2,000 yen (includes a sake cup as a souvenir) • Location: Kakiden Gallery • Limited to 30 participants ・Sponsored by Asahi Shuzo ・To apply, please contact Kakiden Gallery by phone or email by Saturday, June 30th. □ Information about tea service July 7th (Sat), 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Host: Kazutaka Hori (Headmaster of the Nomura School of Sekishu-ryu) July 8th (Sunday), 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Host: Kuwahara Soka (Sohen-ryu school) |
| Main exhibited works Main Exhibited Works |
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No.1
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki kiln-fired water container |
| price | ¥252,000 |
| size | Φ19.8×H17.7(㎝) |
No.2
| Author name | Susumu Kurobe |
| Work name | Were we born to play? |
| price | ¥52,500 |
| size | W43.0 × D50.0 (cm) [Frame size] |
No.3
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki flower vase |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | Φ12.3×H45.0(㎝) |
No.4
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki ware tea bowl with alternating sides |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | W13.2×D11.9×H10.4(㎝) |
No.5
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki sake cup |
| price | ¥31,500 |
| size | W10.6×D9.5×H3.8(㎝) |
No.6
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki eggplant flower vase |
| price | ¥157,500 |
| size | W24.8×D14.4×H13.7(㎝) |
No.7
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki pot |
| price | ¥105,000 |
| size | Φ29.2×H6.9(㎝) |
No.8
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki flower vase |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | W51.0×D8.0×H22.2(㎝) |
No.9
| Author name | Susumu Kurobe |
| Work name | tenshin |
| price | ¥157,500 |
| size | W95.0 × D112.0 (cm) [Frame size] |
No.10
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki flower vase |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | Φ14.2×H24.0(㎝) |
No.11
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki natural glaze water container |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | W29.8×D20.3×H19.4(㎝) |
No.12
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki tea bowl |
| price | ¥126,000 |
| size | W12.5×D11.8×H8.3(㎝) |
No.13
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki sake cup |
| price | ¥31,500 |
| size | W7.9×D7.3×H5.4(㎝) |
No.14
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | pumpkin |
| price | ¥210,000 |
| size | Φ22.8×H20.2(㎝) |
No.15
| Author name | Ima Chiharu |
| Work name | Shigaraki flower vase |
| price | ¥157,500 |
| size | W50.6×D7.8×H20.4(㎝) |
Regarding sales methods
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