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Medium Cup by Yoshimi Tokuda
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HS Code: 6914.90
Diameter: 6.2 cm
Height: 7.4 cm
About the works
The artist actively adopts the almost obsolete technique of urushimaki, and creates works while exploring the unique, deep, and delicate colors that can only be produced by this technique. The lacquer is loosened with turpentine oil and applied to the work. The unique colors and textures are obtained by baking the half-dried lacquer with powdered paint. The unique tone, which is vivid but also has a nuance as if time has passed, speaks to the viewer in a unique way when placed on a table or a shelf.
Yoshimi Tokuda
Born in Nagoya. Studied painting at Musashino Art University in Tokyo. Worked in media and advertising production in Tokyo, but became deeply attracted to ceramics around 1990 and studied again at Tajimi Technical College. Upon graduation, she established STUDIO TOKUDA, which was selected for the Mino Ceramics Eternal Preservation in 2016.
Medium Cup – 徳田吉美 (Yoshimi Tokuda)
Hand-crafted using the rare urushimaki technique, this medium cup by 徳田吉美 captures a delicate balance between vibrancy and the patina of time. By baking lacquer mixed with turpentine and powdered pigment, the artist achieves a unique, deep texture that brings a contemplative, artistic presence to any home collection.
Artistic Details
- Urushimaki Technique: An almost obsolete craft involving lacquer and heat, creating subtle, complex hues impossible to replicate with modern glazing.
- A Nuanced Palette: The cup features a vivid yet weathered aesthetic—a "nuance of passed time"—that speaks directly to the viewer through its depth and character.
- Recognized Craftsmanship: Created at STUDIO TOKUDA, the artist’s work has been honored by being selected for the Mino Ceramics Eternal Preservation (2016).
Specifications
| Diameter | 6.2 cm |
|---|---|
| Height | 7.4 cm |
| Origin | Tajimi/Toki, Japan |
| Artist | 徳田吉美 (Yoshimi Tokuda) |
