{"product_id":"nakano-gyozan-中野-行山-hand-signed-爪描き-常滑-33-3cm-rectangular-unglazed-長方形-無釉-bamboo-motif-竹意匠","title":"NAKANO GYOZAN 中野 行山 \"Hand signed 爪描き\" - 常滑 - 33.3cm Rectangular Unglazed 長方形 無釉 Bamboo-Motif (竹意匠)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \/ 鉢の詳細\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eRegion \/ 産地: Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture（常滑市）\u003cbr\u003eKiln \/ 窯: Gyouzan Kiln（暁山窯）\u003cbr\u003ePotter \/ 作家: 2nd Generation Gyozan – Nakano Yuuji 中野裕二\u003cbr\u003eHand signed \/ (爪描き)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Bahnschrift','sans-serif';\"\u003eDescription \/ 説明:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage, artisan-made Japanese bonsai pot\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e, in a classical rectangular shape (\u003cstrong\u003e長方形\u003c\/strong\u003e) and crafted from natural, unglazed Tokoname clay (\u003cstrong\u003e無釉常滑土\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e, this substantial container combines disciplined proportions with a distinctive hand-modelled bamboo design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot features a broad and well-defined \u003cstrong\u003einternal rim (内縁)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing structural strength and generous planting depth. Its walls follow clean, predominantly straight lines, softened by smoothly rounded corners that create a balanced and harmonious rectangular silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe defining artistic feature is the continuous raised \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo motif (竹意匠)\u003c\/strong\u003e encircling the body. Rather than a conventional plain band, the decoration has been carefully formed to resemble natural bamboo canes \u003cstrong\u003e竹\u003c\/strong\u003e, complete with raised joints and clearly modelled nodes \u003cstrong\u003e竹の節\u003c\/strong\u003e. The motif introduces subtle organic rhythm and movement while preserving the clean architectural character of the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBamboo has long represented strength, resilience, flexibility and longevity within Japanese culture. Its restrained use on this container gives the piece a distinctly Japanese identity without overwhelming the simplicity and balance of the rectangular form. The hand-worked character of the bamboo decoration adds individuality and sculptural depth to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm brown Tokoname clay displays a refined, lightly textured surface with attractive \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Natural ageing has enriched the clay with subtle tonal variation and a mature \u003cstrong\u003epatina (経年変化)\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhancing its depth and understated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot is supported by four carefully executed \u003cstrong\u003erecessed cut feet (切足)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The feet are cut from the lower body and set back from the outer walls, producing a subtle shadow line beneath the pot. This gives the substantial rectangular form a lighter visual presence while maintaining a stable and well-balanced stance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside bears the clearly executed \u003cstrong\u003ehand-incised signature of Nakano Yuuji (中野裕二)\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as \u003cstrong\u003etsumegaki (爪描き)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base is arranged with \u003cstrong\u003eone central drainage hole, four additional drainage holes and eight wiring holes (排水穴・針金穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing effective drainage and ample options for securely anchoring a mature bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.3 x 25.5 x 8.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.1 x 21.4 x 6.3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent! 非常に良好\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to UK Mainland on this pot!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Note \/ コレクターズノート\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fine hand-signed example by Gyouzan 2nd Generation, Nakano Yuuji 中野裕二, distinguished by its substantial proportions, strong rectangular construction and highly individual bamboo decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe continuous raised \u003cstrong\u003ebamboo motif (竹意匠)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the principal artistic feature of the pot. Its carefully formed canes, raised joints and naturalistic nodes introduce organic movement while maintaining the disciplined geometry of the container. This harmonious combination of architectural form and botanical detail gives the piece a distinctive and refined presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003etsumegaki signature (爪描き銘)\u003c\/strong\u003e identifies this as a personally signed work by Nakano Yuuji rather than a seal-only production. The broad internal rim, finely executed \u003cstrong\u003erecessed cut feet (切足)\u003c\/strong\u003e and practical arrangement of \u003cstrong\u003efive drainage holes and eight wiring holes (排水穴・針金穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e demonstrate both artistic refinement and a clear understanding of bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm Tokoname clay, mature \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e and symbolic bamboo design create a quiet sense of \u003cstrong\u003eshibui (渋い)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003echowa (調和)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Signed works by Nakano Yuuji of this size, particularly examples carrying such a distinctive hand-modelled bamboo motif, are highly desirable among collectors of quality Tokoname bonsai pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58072083693899,"sku":"h1208365221   434","price":964.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_5451.jpg?v=1786128581","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/nakano-gyozan-%e4%b8%ad%e9%87%8e-%e8%a1%8c%e5%b1%b1-hand-signed-%e7%88%aa%e6%8f%8f%e3%81%8d-%e5%b8%b8%e6%bb%91-33-3cm-rectangular-unglazed-%e9%95%b7%e6%96%b9%e5%bd%a2-%e7%84%a1%e9%87%89-bamboo-motif-%e7%ab%b9%e6%84%8f%e5%8c%a0","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}