25718 National treasure Shoji Hamada Persimmon-glazed terracotta painted corner dish “Spring is coming and going”

Height 7.8cm

Edge 32.4cm

Works by Living National Treasure Shoji Hamada. He has traveled all over the world. He is the most famous Japanese potter who established “Mingei” (folk art), the art that combines art and daily life. The simple yet powerful sugar cane motifs on his square bottles, plates, and flat vases are extremely popular both in Japan and abroad. This piece is a masterpiece with Shoji's unique karabishi pattern painted in red and the words “Haru kirai haru koe (Spring has come, spring has gone, the seasons have come and gone, and spring has come again this year)”. This is a top quality piece with a very fine finish. The catalogue also shows a similar piece with a slightly different pattern.