22888 Kanjiro Kawai (Kushime Cup)

Height 3.0cm Diameter 8.8cm

Together with such masters as Yanagi Muneyoshi and Hamada Shoji, who are representative of the Japanese folk art world, and Tomimoto Kenkichi and Kuroda Tatsuaki, who are representative of modern Japanese crafts, Kawai Kanjiro is a central figure who built the foundations of the Japanese folk art world and is highly regarded worldwide, having pioneered new frontiers in modern ceramics with his profound yet simple style that pursues "beauty of utility" and won the Grand Prize at the Milan International Exhibition. The colors and design, likely influenced by Bernard Leach, make this a masterpiece that stands out from other artists. It is a prestigious piece, with similar works also featured in the catalogue. (Catalogue not included)