Vase
Item
Title
Vase
Creator
Unknown artist
Japan, 20th century
Japan, 20th century
Date
c. 1967
Materials
Karatsu stoneware
Measurements
3-1/2 x 5 in. (8.9 x 12.7 cm)
Description
This vase in the form of a sumi ink dropper originates from Karatsu, which is known for its simple, sturdy style of pottery. Karatsu pottery is made from a clay high in iron and can be undecorated or decorated with an iron-based underglaze, giving an earthy, simple, and natural feeling to the pieces. Karatsu ware is fired in climbing kilns, which have multiple chambers on different levels. This maximizes the total kiln capacity and, because heat rises through the chambers, variety of pottery and glazes that can be fired at once. This vase was applied with a simple rice ash glaze, which acts as a sealant.
Source
Palmer Museum of Art, The Pennsylvania State University.
Identifier
86.371
Rights
This image is posted publicly for non-profit educational uses, excluding printed publication. Other uses are not permitted.