IKKO一洸 (Watanabe Kazuhiro 渡邉一弘) – 常滑 -31.3cm oval Celadon Blue Glaze (青釉 – Seiyū) Signed | No Box
Product Overview:
Region: Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture (常滑市)
Kiln: IKKO Kiln (一洸窯 – Ikko-gama)
Artist: Second-generation IKKO 二代目 一洸 (Watanabe Kazuhiro 渡邉一弘)
Description:
This beautifully formed oval bonsai pot is the work of Second-generation IKKO, Watanabe Kazuhiro (渡邉一弘), a respected potter based in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture (常滑市). Known for his balanced proportions and elegant glazing, IKKO demonstrates a quiet mastery in this subtly finished piece.
The pot is covered in a delicate celadon blue glaze (青釉 – seiyū), applied with consistency and restraint. The surface reveals subtle variations in tone, from soft sky blue to muted grey-blue, creating a tranquil and refined appearance. The glaze thins slightly at the edges and feet, revealing flashes of warm Tokoname red clay beneath—an intentional and traditional aesthetic choice that adds character and visual depth.
The form is a low, wide oval with gently tapering sides and a rounded rim. The pot rests on four small, cloud-shaped feet (雲足 – kumo-ashi), carefully sculpted and fully glazed, with intentional bare spots where the piece was supported during firing. These subtle details reflect the hands-on craftsmanship and kiln tradition that define IKKO’s work.
The underside features two neatly positioned drainage holes and a clearly impressed seal mark (落款 – rakkan) at the center, reading 壹興. The seal is crisp and well-defined, providing clear attribution to the artist.
Measuring 16.5 x 12.5 x 4.3 cm (external dimensions), this piece is ideal for shohin bonsai (小品盆栽), kusamono, or as part of an accent display (草もの). It is in excellent condition, with no cracks, chips, or repairs. The glaze is smooth and clean, and the structure remains precise and undistorted.
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