26509　 Living National Treasure 14th Imaizumi Imaemon Pale Overglaze Enamel and Black Ink-Resist Snow Pattern Bowl (Heisei 26, 61st Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition Piece)

Height: 15.2 cm　　
Diameter: 46.0 cm

Born in 1962. Second son of Jūsaitai Imaemon. Graduated from the Musashino Art University, Department of Crafts and Industrial Design, in 1985. Studied under Osamu Suzuki in 1988. Joined the family business at the workshop of Jūsaitoi Imaemon in 1990. Took the name of Jūyōdai Imaemon in 2002. Jūyōdai Imaemon Imaizumi develops contemporary Nabeshima ware, focusing on the traditional family technique of “iro-nabeshima” while advancing a technique called “sumi-hajiki.”

This masterpiece uses the sumi-hajiki technique and platinum to create a “snow pattern,” depicting a magnificent winter scene. The masterful use of light and dark tones of pale ink creates a truly beautiful scene of snow crystals falling from dull-colored clouds.