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Aoki Mokubei

Aoki Mokubei was a highly respected Japanese artist known for his mastery of traditional techniques and his unique and innovative approach to ceramics. Born into a family of potters in 1767, he went on to become one of the most beloved and respected ceramicists of his time. His works of art include an impressive variety of pottery, sculptures, and decorations made with a combination of kaolin and iron-oxide glaze. He was renowned for his bold and dynamic brushwork, his skillful use of vivid colors, and his mastery of kanji writing and kabuki-style painting. Aoki Mokubei's legacy continues to inspire and influence new generations of designers.

Aoki Mokubei, Japanese artist, ceramics, traditional techniques, innovative, kaolin, iron-oxide glaze, brushwork, vivid colors, kanji writing, kabuki-style painting, legacy

Michael Davis

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Aoki Mokubei

Aoki Mokubei was a renowned Japanese artist who was highly respected in the world of art and design. He is credited with creating some of the finest examples of traditional Japanese style and technique and for his skillful use of vivid colors and kanji writing. His works have been praised for their unique style, elegance, and bold and dynamic brushwork. He was also incredibly innovative, pioneering a technique of combining kaolin and iron-oxide glaze in his works. His pieces are often sought after by collectors and art-lovers, and he was even made a living National Treasure in 1992. Aoki Mokubei's works remain highly appreciated and admired by those within the design, art, and creative industries, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence new generations of designers.

Aoki Mokubei, Japanese art, pottery, ceramic, kaolin, iron-oxide glaze, Mino pottery.

Eleonora Barbieri

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Aoki Mokubei

Aoki Mokubei was a master of Mino pottery, a style that is known for its use of simple silhouettes and strong iron glazes. He was incredibly innovative and was one of the first artists to use kaolin and iron-oxide glaze in his works. His pieces often featured bold and dynamic brushwork and vivid colors, with an impressive variety of pottery, sculptures, and decorations. His unique style and elegance have been praised by experts and have been featured in numerous high-profile exhibitions. Aoki Mokubei was even given the honor of being made a living National Treasure in 1992. His works continue to be highly sought after by those within the design, art, and creative industries, and his legacy lives on as a testament to his skill and mastery of traditional techniques.

Aoki Mokubei, Mino pottery, kaolin glaze, iron-oxide glaze, pottery sculpture, Japanese art, traditional techniques, brushwork, vivid colors, National Treasure.

Federica Costa

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Aoki Mokubei

Aoki Mokubei is often referred to as the father of Japanese pottery. He was born in 1767 into a family of potters and went on to become a highly respected artist in the field of ceramic arts. He was known for his unique, bold, and dynamic style, as well as his skillful use of vivid colors and kanji writing. He was also incredibly innovative, creating works of art with a combination of kaolin and iron-oxide glaze, a technique that was unheard of at the time. His works were highly sought after by collectors and art-lovers, and he was even made a living National Treasure in 1992. Even today, his works are highly appreciated and admired by those within the design, art, and creative industries.

Aoki Mokubei, Japanese Pottery, Ceramics, Mino Pottery, Seto-style Pottery, Blister Bowls, Tea Ceremonial Vessels.

Claudia Rossetti

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Aoki Mokubei

Aoki Mokubei was a prominent Japanese artist who is renowned for his work in the realm of ceramics. His works are considered to be some of the finest examples of traditional Japanese style and technique, and he was one of the most beloved and respected ceramicists of his time. He even went on to be made a living National Treasure in 1992. Aoki Mokubei was a master of Mino pottery, a style that is known for its use of simple silhouettes and strong iron glazes. The shining ivory or black of his pieces were an immediate hit with collectors and art-lovers alike. Mokubei worked mostly with Seto-style pottery, which is known for its lavish decorations, intricate patterns, and bold colors. In particular, Blister Bowls and various Tea Ceremonial Vessels are amongst his most well-known works. Aoki Mokubei's most distinguished works include his “Cauldron”, “Square Bottle”, and “Gosu Blue” pieces.

Aoki Mokubei, Japanese ceramic artist, traditional Japanese style, Mino pottery, Seto-style pottery, Seto-style ceramics, Blister Bowls, Tea Ceremonial Vessels, Cauldron, Square Bottle, Gosu Blue

Giovanna Mancini

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Aoki Mokubei is highly respected in the field of arts and culture, known for his mastery of traditional techniques and his ability to create masterful and unique works. His works of art include an impressive variety of pottery, sculptures, and decorations made with a combination of kaolin and iron-oxide glaze. He is renowned for his bold and dynamic brushwork, his skillful use of vivid colors, and his mastery of kanji writing and kabuki-style painting. His works have been featured in numerous high-profile exhibitions and have been praised by experts for their unique style and elegance.

Aoki Mokubei, Japanese artist, pottery, sculptures, decorations, kaolin, iron-oxide glaze, bold brushwork, vivid colors, kanji writing, kabuki-style painting.

Anna Lombardi


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