22909 Kitaoji Rosanjin (Illustrated Shino Grass Pattern Sake Cup (Kuroda Touanshi))

Height 6.0cm Diameter 6.0cm

Praised as an artist who never made it big, he displayed his extraordinary talents not only in ceramics but also in seal carving, lacquerware, calligraphy and other fields. This is the finest work by Kitaoji Rosanjin, a great master of all arts who left behind many masterpieces and legends. The warm and familiar vessel shape somehow exudes a sense of security and inclusiveness not found in the works of other ceramic artists. The grass patterns, drawn with unrestrained brushstrokes, also have the warmth and "artistic simplicity" that is unique to Rosanjin, making this a well-balanced masterpiece overall.