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Measuring an impressive 40cm across and almost 20cm deep, this is a powerful handmade \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal bonsai pot 八角鉢 (hakkaku-bachi)\u003c\/strong\u003e displaying the strong architectural construction and careful detailing associated with the finer handmade works of the Kataoka family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is formed as a strongly defined \u003cstrong\u003eeight-sided octagon 八角形 (hakkakukei)\u003c\/strong\u003e. From the substantial lower body \u003cstrong\u003e胴 \/ do\u003c\/strong\u003e, the walls rise with a gentle outward inclination before flaring more decisively towards the upper edge \u003cstrong\u003e外反り \/ sotozori\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives the pot a broad and commanding silhouette while maintaining excellent \u003cstrong\u003e安定感 (anteikan – visual stability)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of the eight exterior faces is individually articulated by a carefully formed \u003cstrong\u003ewindow frame 窓枠 (madogaku)\u003c\/strong\u003e surrounding a plain central field. These are not recessed panels; the framing itself defines the window and stands subtly proud of the main body surface. The shape of each window follows the proportions and changing angles of its respective octagonal face, creating a repeated architectural rhythm \u003cstrong\u003e律動 \/ ritsudo\u003c\/strong\u003e around the entire pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handmade nature of these frames can be appreciated in their subtle individual variations. Rather than appearing mechanically uniform, they retain the small differences characteristic of \u003cstrong\u003e手仕事 (teshigoto – hand workmanship)\u003c\/strong\u003e, contributing considerably to the pot’s \u003cstrong\u003e造形美 (zokei-bi – beauty of form)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the framed windows, the walls flare outward into a broad projecting \u003cstrong\u003elip 口縁 (koen)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lip is further refined by a subtle \u003cstrong\u003eouter border 縁取り (fuchidori)\u003c\/strong\u003e which follows the complete octagonal contour. This restrained finishing line gives additional definition to the upper edge and emphasises the geometry without making the rim appear excessively heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the bottom of the body is a clearly defined \u003cstrong\u003ebasal band 下帯 (shita-obi)\u003c\/strong\u003e, again following the complete octagonal contour. This lower band provides an important visual counterbalance to the broad projecting lip above, effectively framing the windowed body between two strong horizontal architectural elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly noteworthy is the unusual treatment of the \u003cstrong\u003efeet 足 (ashi)\u003c\/strong\u003e. The supports are \u003cstrong\u003erecessed 落とし足 (otoshi-ashi)\u003c\/strong\u003e beneath the basal structure rather than projecting conspicuously beyond it, allowing the clean octagonal silhouette of the pot to remain uninterrupted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foot structure is also \u003cstrong\u003esplit into two distinct sections\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the individual sections carefully following the angles and changing direction of the octagonal body. The intervening cut-outs \u003cstrong\u003e切込み \/ kirikomi\u003c\/strong\u003e divide the supports while retaining the geometric relationship between the feet and the basal band above. Viewed normally, the feet remain discreetly tucked beneath the body, yet provide the substantial pot with a convincing sense of \u003cstrong\u003e安定感 (anteikan – stability)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis careful repetition of geometry is one of the strongest aspects of the design. From the bordered octagonal lip \u003cstrong\u003e口縁・縁取り\u003c\/strong\u003e, through the eight framed windows \u003cstrong\u003e窓枠\u003c\/strong\u003e, down to the basal band \u003cstrong\u003e下帯\u003c\/strong\u003e and finally the divided recessed feet \u003cstrong\u003e落とし足\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same architectural language is maintained throughout the entire pot. The result is an excellent example of \u003cstrong\u003e造形美 (zokei-bi)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e美的均衡 (biteki kinko – aesthetic balance)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unglazed Tokoname clay \u003cstrong\u003e常滑無釉土\u003c\/strong\u003e displays an attractive deep reddish-brown to chocolate-brown colour, with subtle natural variations across the surface. The restrained finish allows the inherent \u003cstrong\u003e土味 (tsuchi-aji – character of the clay)\u003c\/strong\u003e to remain clearly visible. Rather than relying upon decoration, the pot derives its character from proportion \u003cstrong\u003e比例 \/ hirei\u003c\/strong\u003e, geometry \u003cstrong\u003e形 \/ katachi\u003c\/strong\u003e, clay \u003cstrong\u003e土 \/ tsuchi\u003c\/strong\u003e, and craftsmanship \u003cstrong\u003e手仕事 \/ teshigoto\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it the quiet sophistication associated with \u003cstrong\u003e渋み (shibumi – understated refinement)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternally, the octagonal geometry continues into the generous planting chamber \u003cstrong\u003e鉢内 \/ hachinai\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base is pierced with \u003cstrong\u003efive drainage and wiring holes 水抜き穴・針金穴 (mizunuki-ana \/ harigane-ana)\u003c\/strong\u003e: one substantial central drainage hole \u003cstrong\u003e中央水抜き穴\u003c\/strong\u003e accompanied by four smaller surrounding holes suitable for additional drainage \u003cstrong\u003e排水 \/ haisui\u003c\/strong\u003e and securing the tree with wire \u003cstrong\u003e針金固定 \/ harigane kotei\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside \u003cstrong\u003e鉢底 \/ hachizoko\u003c\/strong\u003e is especially important from a collector’s perspective. It bears both an impressed \u003cstrong\u003eseal 印 \/ in\u003c\/strong\u003e and the hand-incised \u003cstrong\u003esignature 銘 \/ mei\u003c\/strong\u003e of the maker. The visible hand-worked inscription distinguishes this example from ordinary unsigned production Yamaaki pots and reinforces its artisan-made character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this is a particularly imposing Yamaaki bonsai pot. The combination of its substantial 40cm size, octagonal construction \u003cstrong\u003e八角形\u003c\/strong\u003e, eight framed windows \u003cstrong\u003e窓枠\u003c\/strong\u003e, broad bordered lip \u003cstrong\u003e口縁・縁取り\u003c\/strong\u003e, basal band \u003cstrong\u003e下帯\u003c\/strong\u003e, unusual split recessed feet \u003cstrong\u003e落とし足\u003c\/strong\u003e, and warm unglazed Tokoname clay \u003cstrong\u003e常滑無釉土\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a pot of considerable presence. Despite its size, the restrained detailing prevents it from becoming overly decorative, allowing the container to retain the powerful yet quiet character appropriate for displaying a mature specimen bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax External Dimensions \/ 最大外寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40.0 × 37.7 × 19.6cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Dimensions \/ 内寸:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33.5 × 31.7 × 17.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \/ 状態:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent! \u003cstrong\u003e非常に良好\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is some watermarking \u003cstrong\u003e水跡 \/ mizu-ato\u003c\/strong\u003e, but it disappears with a light application of oil, as shown in the photographs.\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\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Potter \/ 陶工について – Yamaaki 山秋窯, 3rd Generation Kataoka Toshio 三代目 片岡俊夫\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eYamaaki Kiln 山秋窯\u003c\/strong\u003e was established by \u003cstrong\u003eKataoka Akitsuga 片岡秋次\u003c\/strong\u003e and subsequently fired by three generations of the Kataoka family in Tokoname \u003cstrong\u003e常滑\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Japan’s historic pottery centres \u003cstrong\u003e日本六古窯\u003c\/strong\u003e. The kiln eventually went cold in \u003cstrong\u003e2011\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing to an end one of the best-known names in modern Tokoname bonsai-pot production \u003cstrong\u003e常滑盆栽鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYamaaki became one of Tokoname’s most productive and respected bonsai-pot kilns, particularly renowned for its unglazed containers \u003cstrong\u003e無釉鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e. Gas firing \u003cstrong\u003eガス窯焼成\u003c\/strong\u003e enabled the kiln to achieve a remarkable range of rich and subtle clay colours, often recalling the subdued tones and atmosphere of antique Chinese bonsai pots \u003cstrong\u003e中国古鉢\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile many production Yamaaki pots remain available, examples bearing \u003cstrong\u003ehand-incised signatures 銘 (mei)\u003c\/strong\u003e are especially desirable. These individually worked pieces are associated with members of the Kataoka family themselves and consequently occupy a different position from standard unsigned production ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large octagonal example demonstrates that distinction particularly well. Its complex handmade construction \u003cstrong\u003e手作り\u003c\/strong\u003e, framed windows \u003cstrong\u003e窓枠\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully defined lip \u003cstrong\u003e口縁\u003c\/strong\u003e and border \u003cstrong\u003e縁取り\u003c\/strong\u003e, basal band \u003cstrong\u003e下帯\u003c\/strong\u003e, divided recessed feet \u003cstrong\u003e落とし足\u003c\/strong\u003e, impressed seal \u003cstrong\u003e印\u003c\/strong\u003e, and hand-incised signature \u003cstrong\u003e銘\u003c\/strong\u003e combine functionality \u003cstrong\u003e実用性 \/ jitsuyosei\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e工芸美 (kogei-bi – beauty of craftsmanship)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not simply a container for a bonsai, but an accomplished example of the Tokoname tradition in which \u003cstrong\u003eform 形\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eclay 土\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eproportion 均整\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003efunction 実用性\u003c\/strong\u003e are brought together into a harmonious whole \u003cstrong\u003e調和 \/ chowa\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugi Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58121717875019,"sku":"r1228253713   417","price":557.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/4259\/4379\/files\/IMG_5691.jpg?v=1786616923","url":"https:\/\/sugibonsai.com\/products\/yamaaki-%e5%b1%b1%e7%a7%8b-3rd-generation-kataoka-toshio-%e5%b1%b1%e7%a7%8b%e4%b8%89%e4%bb%a3-%e7%89%87%e5%b2%a1%e4%bf%8a%e9%9b%84-tokoname-%e5%b8%b8%e6%bb%91%e5%b8%82-40-0cm-octagonal-%e5%85%ab%e8%a7%92%e9%89%a2-unglazed-%e7%84%a1%e9%87%89","provider":"Sugi Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}