Over 400 beautiful color illustrations and well-researched text
reveal the historically and artistically significant Japanese
Karatsu ware of its golden age of the 16th and 17th centuries. In
the world of Japanese tea, there are three ceramic forms most
highly valued: Raku, Hagi, and Karatsu. The austere beauty and
elegant simplicity of Karatsu is everything the tea ceremony
requires. Recent archaeological discoveries in the northwest area
of the southern island of Kyushu cast a new light on Karatsu's
origins. Explanations of the original firing and glazing techniques
are provided. Discover Karatsu's unique character, the sober beauty
of its production, the soothing appearance of its clay, and the
abstract, yet natural designs. Enjoy the soothing beauty of the
table and kitchenware, bowls and cups, tea ware and sakA (c)
vessels decorated with a variety of natural and geometric designs.
See why Karatsu potters today take inspiration from these golden
age pieces. Most of the wares presented here are previously
unpublished pieces that today are considered genuine works of art.
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