{"product_id":"seizan-master-kataoka-makoto-静山-片岡-誠-誠山-61-5cm-rectangular-unglazed","title":"SEIZAN (Master Kataoka Makoto 静山 片岡 誠) - 誠山 - 61.5cm Rectangular Unglazed","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details \/ 商品詳細:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ 産地:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokoname 常滑市, Aichi Prefecture 愛知県\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKiln \/ 窯元:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seizan 静山\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotter \/ 陶工:\u003c\/strong\u003e SEIZAN 静山 – Master Kataoka Makoto 片岡 誠\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ 形式:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisan-made Japanese rectangular unglazed bonsai pot \u003cstrong\u003e長方無釉盆栽鉢\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeal \/ Mark \/ 落款:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impressed rectangular Seizan \u003cstrong\u003e静山\u003c\/strong\u003e seal to the underside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription \/ 説明:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial artisan-made Japanese bonsai pot \u003cstrong\u003e盆栽鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eSEIZAN 静山 – Master Kataoka Makoto 片岡 誠\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in the renowned ceramic centre of \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname 常滑市\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aichi Prefecture \u003cstrong\u003e愛知県\u003c\/strong\u003e. Measuring an impressive 61.5cm in length, this large-format \u003cstrong\u003erectangular form (長方鉢 \/ choho-bachi)\u003c\/strong\u003e combines strong architectural proportions with the restrained character and skilled craftsmanship associated with fine Tokoname bonsai pottery \u003cstrong\u003e常滑盆栽鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot has a broad, powerful \u003cstrong\u003erectangular profile (長方形 \/ chohokei)\u003c\/strong\u003e with softly rounded corners and gently controlled walls. A pronounced outward-projecting \u003cstrong\u003elip (外張り口縁 \/ sotobari koen)\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the complete perimeter, giving the upper section a strong horizontal emphasis and creating an elegant transition into the body \u003cstrong\u003e胴 \/ do\u003c\/strong\u003e. The generous rim width also reinforces the scale and visual authority of this substantial container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body descends with a restrained taper towards the lower section, producing a clean and confident silhouette. The broad proportions create an excellent sense of \u003cstrong\u003ebalance (均整 \/ kinsei)\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estability (安定感 \/ anteikan)\u003c\/strong\u003e and overall \u003cstrong\u003eharmony (調和 \/ chowa)\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the simplicity of the form allows the natural character of the clay to remain central to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot is formed from a dark grey \u003cstrong\u003eunglazed Tokoname clay (暗灰色常滑無釉土 \/ ankai-shoku Tokoname muyu-tsuchi)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its subtle granular texture and understated firing variation give the surface considerable \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with muted charcoal, grey and warmer earthy tones appearing naturally across areas of the clay. This restrained surface character gives the pot a particularly strong \u003cstrong\u003eshibui (渋い)\u003c\/strong\u003e aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface also shows natural signs of age and use \u003cstrong\u003e経年変化 \/ keinen henka\u003c\/strong\u003e, with gentle variations in tone and areas of developed \u003cstrong\u003ekeshiki (景色)\u003c\/strong\u003e adding depth and individuality to the otherwise disciplined architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pot stands on \u003cstrong\u003efour recessed, outward-set, angled rounded cut feet (斜め丸切足 \/ naname maru-kiri ashi)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The feet are formed as part of the body and positioned discreetly beneath the lower section, projecting slightly outward to provide a broad and stable stance. Their softly rounded angled cuts create a subtle visual lift beneath the vessel and soften the transition between the strong rectangular body and the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot treatment is particularly well suited to a pot of this scale. The broad recessed placement \u003cstrong\u003e落とし足 \/ otoshi-ashi\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the substantial body visually grounded while the angled rounded cut-outs introduce a restrained sense of movement \u003cstrong\u003e動き \/ ugoki\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath the otherwise clean architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior \u003cstrong\u003e鉢内 \/ hachinai\u003c\/strong\u003e is broad and carefully finished, with a clearly defined \u003cstrong\u003einternal rim (内縁 \/ uchi-en)\u003c\/strong\u003e following the rectangular perimeter and neatly framing the planting area \u003cstrong\u003e植込み部 \/ uekomi-bu\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drainage arrangement consists of \u003cstrong\u003esix drain\/wiring holes (水抜き穴・針金穴 \/ mizunuki-ana・harigane-ana)\u003c\/strong\u003e in total. Two larger central holes serve as the principal \u003cstrong\u003edrainage holes (水抜き穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e, while four additional holes positioned towards the corners provide further drainage and practical anchoring points \u003cstrong\u003e針金固定 \/ harigane kotei\u003c\/strong\u003e for securely tying down the root mass of a substantial bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside \u003cstrong\u003e鉢底 \/ hachizoko\u003c\/strong\u003e is carefully finished and bears the impressed \u003cstrong\u003eSeizan 静山 seal (落款 \/ rakkan)\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming the maker. The construction of the underside also clearly reveals the broad recessed feet and thoughtful arrangement of the six drainage\/wiring holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its impressive \u003cstrong\u003e61.5cm rectangular form (長方鉢)\u003c\/strong\u003e, pronounced \u003cstrong\u003eoutward-projecting lip (外張り口縁)\u003c\/strong\u003e, dark unglazed clay \u003cstrong\u003e無釉土\u003c\/strong\u003e, recessed angled \u003cstrong\u003erounded cut feet (斜め丸切足)\u003c\/strong\u003e and practical six-hole drainage arrangement, this is a commanding Tokoname container with the visual strength required for a large mature bonsai while retaining a refined sense of \u003cstrong\u003eshibui (渋い)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003echowa (調和)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExternal dimensions \/ 外寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61.5 × 41.6 × 10.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal dimensions \/ 内寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55.2 × 35.4 × 7.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \/ 状態:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good overall condition. There are \u003cstrong\u003ea few small chips to the feet\u003c\/strong\u003e, clearly visible in the photographs. Although these are minor and do not affect the pot's structural integrity, stability, or practical use, and mainly visible from below. \u003cbr\u003eA price adjustment has been made to compensate for these minor flaws.\u003cbr\u003ePlease refer carefully to the photographs for the condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to UK Mainland \/ 英国本土送料無料\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Potter – SEIZAN 静山 \/ Kataoka Makoto 片岡 誠\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSEIZAN 静山\u003c\/strong\u003e, Master \u003cstrong\u003eKataoka Makoto 片岡 誠\u003c\/strong\u003e, is associated with the specialist tradition of \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname-yaki (常滑焼)\u003c\/strong\u003e bonsai pottery in Aichi Prefecture. His work demonstrates a strong command of proportion, structural balance and the practical requirements of serious bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge containers such as this example demand particular control during forming, drying and firing, especially where broad rectangular proportions and a low architectural profile must remain structurally balanced. The restrained use of natural \u003cstrong\u003eunglazed clay (無釉土)\u003c\/strong\u003e places particular emphasis on \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e, form \u003cstrong\u003e形 \/ katachi\u003c\/strong\u003e and craftsmanship \u003cstrong\u003e手仕事 \/ teshigoto\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 substantial \u003cstrong\u003eSEIZAN 静山\u003c\/strong\u003e pot is particularly appealing for its impressive scale and disciplined architectural treatment. At \u003cstrong\u003e61.5cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers the planting capacity required for a mature bonsai while retaining a remarkably controlled profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pronounced \u003cstrong\u003esotobari koen (外張り口縁)\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the upper body considerable presence, while the four recessed, outward-set \u003cstrong\u003enaname maru-kiri ashi (斜め丸切足)\u003c\/strong\u003e provide a distinctive and carefully resolved foundation. Their angled rounded cuts soften the substantial rectangular body and create an elegant shadow beneath the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark grey \u003cstrong\u003eunglazed Tokoname clay (暗灰色常滑無釉土)\u003c\/strong\u003e, mature \u003cstrong\u003etsuchi-aji (土味)\u003c\/strong\u003e, impressed \u003cstrong\u003eSeizan seal (静山落款)\u003c\/strong\u003e and practical arrangement of \u003cstrong\u003esix drain\/wiring holes (水抜き穴・針金穴)\u003c\/strong\u003e combine to make this a strong example of large-scale \u003cstrong\u003eTokoname bonsai pottery (常滑盆栽鉢)\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable both for serious cultivation and for a collection of important contemporary Japanese bonsai ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58082032714059,"sku":"u1225752777 161","price":431.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_5508_a6fc6d8a-a8d6-4630-8392-4e3433418767.jpg?v=1786292511","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/seizan-master-kataoka-makoto-%e9%9d%99%e5%b1%b1-%e7%89%87%e5%b2%a1-%e8%aa%a0-%e8%aa%a0%e5%b1%b1-61-5cm-rectangular-unglazed","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}