Nakamura Donen (1876-1937) Antique kuro-raku tea bowl #4945

- width: approx. 10.8cm (4 1⁄4in)

- height: approx. 7.5cm (2 1⁄4in)

- weight: 270g

- condition: small chips on the rim

The natural shape inherent to Raku ware and the unique texture formed by handcrafting impart a sense of hand-made warmth and approachability to the beholder. The glaze on the surface spontaneously creates a unique beauty, as if capturing a fragment of the cosmos, lending it a mystical allure. Every time it is held, one might fall under the illusion of touching the mysteries of the universe.

Nakamura Donen
Originally, he studied pottery under the 4th generation Dohachi in Kyoto, but he visited and trained in various regions throughout the country as well as Korea and China. Afterwards, he came to Nagoya due to an invitation from Takamatsu Sadaichi, a wealthy merchant there, and he began to create pottery in the same area. He often produced Raku ware and Joseon style tea pottery. He passed away due to illness at 62 years of age.
Around the time of the second generation, Sokuchusai Sosa of the Omotesenke school, gave the name, Yagoto kiln. The fifth generation is currently active.Originally, he studied pottery under the 4th generation Dohachi in Kyoto, but he visited and trained in various regions throughout the country as well as Korea and China. Afterwards, he came to Nagoya due to an invitation from Takamatsu Sadaichi, a wealthy merchant there, and he began to create pottery in the same area. He often produced Raku ware and Joseon style tea pottery. He passed away due to illness at 62 years of age.
Around the time of the second generation, Sokuchusai Sosa of the Omotesenke school, gave the name, Yagoto kiln. The fifth generation is currently active.