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九谷焼 作家・高聡文によるカブトムシの置物 フォレストブルー 彩色金襴手
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
高聡文 カブトムシ フォレストブルー 背中の緻密な彩色金襴手と金彩
高聡文 カブトムシ フォレストブルー 背中の緻密な彩色金襴手と金彩
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九谷焼の陶磁と真鍮が融合したカブトムシの置物 詳細ディテール
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
九谷焼置物 カブトムシ フォレストブルー / 高聡文（別アングル）
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Kutani Ware Ceramic Sculpture "Kabutomushi - Forest Blue" / Taka Toshifumi

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Work introduction

Commentary

"Kabutomushi - Forest Blue," created by Kutani master Taka Toshifumi.

Gazing upon this work titled "Forest Blue," one is reminded of rays of sunlight filtering into the depths of a dense forest, illuminating a shimmering, beautiful landscape. While rhinoceros beetles are traditionally associated with soil and trees, Mr. Taka's artistic rendition invites viewers into a lush, vivid world of forest blue.

Mr. Taka is one of the rare successors who legitimately carries on the style of Kutani Shoza, a legendary master who once fascinated the world and drove Japonisme. Mastering various Kutani techniques ranging from "Saishiki Kinrande" (vivid colors dancing with gold accents) to "Akae Saibyo" (ultra-fine red brushwork) requiring supreme virtuosity, his highly artistic expression shines brilliantly throughout the piece.

This exceptional technique is condensed within the "Kinrande" overglaze painting adorned across the beetle's entire back. The intricately painted patterns evoking leaves and flowers seem as though they directly captured the rich vegetation of the forest. Color gradients shifting from deep indigo to soft azure elevate the starring gold accents to an even higher level of nobility. The design of its impressive horn—the iconic symbol of the beetle—is also magnificent, adding artistic grace to its regal aura.
There is zero compromise in its sculptural form; employing brass for detailed sections such as the leg tips adds a refined weight and dignity to the work.

Acquired through a special connection, this valuable masterpiece radiates the pinnacle of modern Kutani technique and sensibility.

Dimensions: W 8.5 × L 11 cm
Box Type: Gift box, with special display case included
Artist introduction

Taka Toshifumi

Taka Toshifumi

A Resonant Splendor Rendered Through Traditional Master Techniques

Kutani Kogaigama is a renowned kiln that crafts one-of-a-kind works by adding its own unique interpretations while inheriting iconic traditional Kutani techniques, such as "Saishiki Kinrande" (colored gold-leaf decoration), "Hanazume" (dense floral pattern), and "Akae Saibyo" (intricate red painting).

Taka Toshifumi is the master artisan carrying forward this legacy. His creations feature soft, graceful gold accents paired with overglaze enamel painting skillfully rendered with fine brushes. Radiant, elegant, and profoundly evocative, the magnificence of his work captivates beholders, making them lose track of time. We invite you to experience the supreme beauty born from Taka Toshifumi's extraordinary craftsmanship.

Biography

1986
(Showa 61)		 Studied at Osaka University of Arts, followed by the Ishikawa Prefectural Kutani-yaki Art and Craft Institute.
1987
(Showa 62)		 Selected for the Nitten Exhibition for the first time.
Selected for the Japan New Craft Exhibition for the first time (subsequently selected consecutively).
1995
(Heisei 7)		 Won the Hokkoku Award at the Contemporary Art Exhibition.
2003
(Heisei 15)		 Appointed as a judge for the Japan New Craft Exhibition.
Won the Hazama Memorial Award at the 67th Issuikai Exhibition.
2007–08
(Heisei 19/20)		 Received the Fine Work Award at the Issuikai Exhibition.
2011
(Heisei 23)		 Selected for the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition.
2012
(Heisei 24)		 Won the Kanazawa Mayor's Award at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Branch Exhibition.
2015
(Heisei 27)		 Held solo exhibitions in Vienna, Dubai, and Guangzhou.
Invited as the first Asian artist to the Vienna Masterpiece Collection.
2018
(Heisei 30)		 Invited to the Jingdezhen Kutani Masters Exhibition.
2019
(Reiwa 1)		 Certified as a Traditional Craftsman.

Other Activities & Achievements

Created the "Canola Flower Bowl" (Nanohana-bachi) for the Ryotaro Shiba Memorial Museum.
Held numerous solo exhibitions both in Japan and internationally.
Serves as an instructor at the Ishikawa Prefectural Kutani-yaki Art and Craft Institute, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists.

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