Earthy Presumed Mid Century Japanese Signed Studio Pottery Vase red white blue green and dark blue banded

green and dark blue banded patterning

with other little amusing bits and fabulous illustrations throughout

13 1/4" long x 6 5/8" tall and wide

on the day I decided to launch Critical Eye

with the kids looking at the sheep

Earthy Presumed Mid Century Japanese Signed Studio Pottery Vase red white blue green and dark blue bandedI want to describe this Japanese vessel as Brutalist, but certainly much of its inspiration comes from traditional Japanese pottery, including its beautiful jar form. (And I think it could be situated in the tradition of Shigaraki ware rugged, functional stoneware that originated in a valley to the southeast of Kyoto some 1,000 years ago.) Earthly, elegant, super satisfying. 4 1 2" t x 4 3 4" in diameter. Excellent vintage condition. Signed (incised)