Paddled Vase
Item
Title
Paddled Vase
Creator
Tatsuzō SHIMAOKA
Japanese, 1919–2007
Japanese, 1919–2007
Date
1967
Materials
Mashiko stoneware
Measurements
8-1/2 x 6-3/16 x 5-1/4 in. (21.6 x 15.7 x 13.4 cm)
Description
In addition to Shimaoka’s use of rope inlays, he also employed a technique known as hakeme, in which slip is applied directly to the surface of a pot with a stiff brush, clearly visible on his paddled vase. Shimaoka’s decorations often incorporate a leaf/branch/twig motif executed in three quick brush strokes, which can be seen on both of the round vases. The contrasting delicate patterns and bold slip strokes enhance the effect of each.
Source
Palmer Museum of Art, The Pennsylvania State University.
Identifier
86.365
Rights
This image is posted publicly for non-profit educational uses, excluding printed publication. Other uses are not permitted.