{"product_id":"reiho-礼峰-matsushita-reiji-松下礼司-常滑市-52-5cm-mokko-gata-木瓜形-unglazed-無釉","title":"REIHO 礼峰 (Matsushita Reiji 松下礼司) – 常滑市 – 52.5cm Mokko-gata 木瓜形 – Unglazed 無釉","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \/ 商品詳細:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ 産地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture 常滑市・愛知県\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiln \/ 窯元:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matsushita Toen 松下陶園\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotter \/ 陶芸家:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reiho 礼峰 – Matsushita Reiji 松下礼司\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ 形式:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade Japanese Mokko-gata unglazed bonsai pot 手作り木瓜形無釉鉢\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature \/ Mark \/ 落款:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003e「礼峰造」\u003c\/strong\u003e together with the impressed \u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Toen 松下陶園\u003c\/strong\u003e kiln seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription \/ 説明:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial vintage Japanese bonsai pot by \u003cstrong\u003eReiho (礼峰)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the artist name of \u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Reiji (松下礼司)\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname (常滑)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aichi Prefecture. Formed in a classical \u003cstrong\u003eMokko-gata (木瓜形)\u003c\/strong\u003e and crafted from unglazed Tokoname clay \u003cstrong\u003e無釉常滑土\u003c\/strong\u003e, this large container combines a softly modelled profile with the structural strength required for a mature exhibition bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained \u003cstrong\u003eMokko-gata (木瓜形)\u003c\/strong\u003e outline is defined by four gently articulated lobes, giving the vessel a softened architectural presence while retaining the visual stability of a broad oval composition. A rounded projecting \u003cstrong\u003ekuchi-fuchi (口縁)\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the complete outline and gives the upper profile a strong, refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generously rounded body has a full, swelling profile that curves smoothly inward towards the base. This continuous movement creates a powerful yet balanced silhouette, expressing a strong sense of \u003cstrong\u003echowa (調和)\u003c\/strong\u003e without relying on applied decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn understated lower \u003cstrong\u003ekoshitai (腰帯)\u003c\/strong\u003e encircles the base and provides a clear transition into four broad \u003cstrong\u003erecessed feet (落とし足)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The feet are discreetly positioned beneath the basal band, creating a subtle shadow line and visually lifting the substantial body while providing a wide and stable stance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe muted olive-grey Tokoname clay \u003cstrong\u003e緑灰色常滑土\u003c\/strong\u003e has a smooth, gently satin surface with attractive \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Age and previous cultivation have produced a mature natural surface character \u003cstrong\u003e経年の風合い\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly visible within the planting area, giving the vessel considerable depth and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside carries the hand-incised inscription \u003cstrong\u003e「礼峰造」\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning \u003cem\u003emade by Reiho\u003c\/em\u003e, together with the impressed \u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Toen (松下陶園)\u003c\/strong\u003e kiln seal. The base incorporates \u003cstrong\u003esix drain\/wiring holes (排水・針金兼用穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e, thoughtfully arranged to provide efficient drainage and flexible anchoring options for the root mass of a large bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal dimensions \/ 外寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52.5 × 41.0 × 13.0 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal dimensions \/ 内寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46.8 × 35.5 × 10.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \/ 状態:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to UK Mainland\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Potter – Reiho 礼峰 (Matsushita Reiji 松下礼司)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Reiji (松下礼司)\u003c\/strong\u003e, known by the artist name \u003cstrong\u003eReiho (礼峰)\u003c\/strong\u003e, was born in Tokoname in 1931 and became the first generation of the Reiho kiln. He began his ceramic career in 1950 and later became recognised for his specialist production of bonsai containers within the Tokoname-yaki tradition. In 1987, he received recognition as a Master Craftsman from the Tokoname authorities. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work is associated with \u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Toen (松下陶園)\u003c\/strong\u003e, and documented examples carry both the hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003e礼峰造\u003c\/strong\u003e inscription and the impressed kiln mark, matching the marks visible on this pot. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReiho’s pots are valued for their disciplined proportions, carefully prepared clay and strong practical construction. His larger containers demonstrate particular technical control, as vessels of this scale require careful management throughout forming, drying and firing to preserve their symmetry and structural integrity.\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\u003eLarge signed bonsai pots by \u003cstrong\u003eReiho (礼峰)\u003c\/strong\u003e are particularly appealing to collectors because they demonstrate the potter’s command of scale as well as form. At 52.5 cm, this substantial example retains harmonious proportions throughout its broad \u003cstrong\u003eMokko-gata (木瓜形)\u003c\/strong\u003e outline, rounded body and carefully positioned recessed feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003e「礼峰造」\u003c\/strong\u003e signature and impressed \u003cstrong\u003eMatsushita Toen (松下陶園)\u003c\/strong\u003e seal provides strong maker and workshop identification. The mature olive-grey clay, visible \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e and natural cultivation patina further distinguish it from an unused production pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts broad planting area, deep interior and six versatile \u003cstrong\u003edrain\/wiring holes (排水・針金兼用穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e make it suitable for securing a substantial root mass, while the softly swelling body and restrained Mokko form provide the visual weight required to complement a mature deciduous tree, broadleaf evergreen or powerful exhibition bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58060388467019,"sku":"c1224306380   291","price":391.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_5394_1c421cc6-4483-41e0-b4ad-838dbf9d3e3b.jpg?v=1786114027","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/reiho-%e7%a4%bc%e5%b3%b0-matsushita-reiji-%e6%9d%be%e4%b8%8b%e7%a4%bc%e5%8f%b8-%e5%b8%b8%e6%bb%91%e5%b8%82-52-5cm-mokko-gata-%e6%9c%a8%e7%93%9c%e5%bd%a2-unglazed-%e7%84%a1%e9%87%89","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}