Round Yosai Vase by Yasokichi III

The simple shape of this round vase with its elegant neck is the perfect foil for the dramatic glaze pattern.
Yellow and green shades burst out of a brilliant blue background, gleaming in the light and emitting a powerful energy.
Continuing a tradition that started with his grandfather Yasokichi I, Yasokichi III experimented with a vast range of pigments and firing methods and in 1997 was designated a "Living National Treasure" for his contribution to the art.
His vibrant works may have been inspired by the colors of Ko-Kutani, however they contain a vitality and freshness pertinent to the modern world.
This piece comes in a wooden box.

Handcrafted in Ishikawa prefecture by "Living National Treasure"
Yasokichi III (Tokuda Yasokichi).
The plinth in the photo is not included in the price.

Approx.size: height 6.1"(15.7cm), width 6.2"(16cm)


US$2,999.00 (shipping charges not included) SOLD



Profile of Yasokichi III
1933 Born in Ishikawa Prefecture

Started work as a potter at the age of 18, under the tutelege of his father Yasokichi II and his grandfather Yasokichi I.

1971- Received the NHK prize at the 18th Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition for his Saiyubachi (bowl with enamel glazes)

1977- Won the Japan Art Crafts Association Patron's prize at the 24th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition for his Yosaibachi bowl.

1986- Held his first overseas exhibition in Cairo. He subsequently held 19 exhibitions abroad.

1988- Assumed the name Yasokichi III.

1990- Awarded the Grand Prix at the 1990 International Ceramics Exhibition.

1991- Awarded the Princess Chichibu Trophy at the 11th Japan Ceramics Exhibition.
Commended by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for contributions to international cultural exchange.

1993- Decorated with the Purple Ribbon medal

1997- Designated by the government as a Holder of an Important Intangibkle Cultural Property ("Living
National Treasure")

2003- Held a major exhibition "The Master of Yosai Porcelain-Tokuda Yasokichi at Seventy" in Tokyo and
Komatsu (Ishikawa prefecture).

2009- Deceased