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九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
九谷焼の作家・高聡文によるカマキリの置物。彩色金襴手と花詰の技法を用いた繊細な金彩と色彩が施された昆虫アート作品。
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Kutani Ware Ceramic Sculpture "Kamakiri - Praying Mantis" / Taka Toshifumi

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Work introduction

Commentary

"Praying Mantis," created by Taka Toshifumi, one of the leading artists representing modern Kutani.
Inheriting Kutani traditions such as Saishiki Kinrande (vivid colors with gold accents) and Hanazume (dense floral patterns), Mr. Taka expresses insects and animals with a contemporary sensibility, making him one of the most watchlisted artists today. His meticulous brushwork transcends mere craftsmanship, possessing an intensity that seems to breathe life into the vessel itself.

Skilfully capturing a sharp pose and overflowing vigor, this work conveys an agile alertness as if about to move at any second, along with a quiet vitality. The Kinrande overglaze painting, featuring gold leaf as the main centerpiece, vividly highlights the beauty of the mantis's body, bestowing unmatched splendor and luxury.

A major feature of this artwork lies in the seamless fusion of ceramic and metal. The hand-painted parts—such as the head, forelegs, and wings—are crafted from ceramic, while the four legs supporting the body are custom-made from brass ordered in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. The contrast between Kutani's delicate, brilliant brushwork and the heavy dignity of brass creates a resonant harmony of mixed materials, adding a modern and profound nuance to the piece.

Mr. Taka is one of the few artists today who legitimately carries on the style of Kutani Shoza, a legendary master who once fascinated the world and drove Japonisme. Mastering various Kutani techniques—from vibrant Saishiki Kinrande to ultra-fine Akae Saibyo requiring virtuoso technique—his highly artistic expression shines brilliantly throughout the work.

Beyond painting, his fully bespoke process—handcrafting everything starting from the original vessel design—is the true essence of Mr. Taka's artistry. Traditional techniques, natural form, and the contrast of mixed materials culminate in an overwhelming worldview, rendering this a truly unique and valuable masterpiece.

Dimensions: W 15.5 × D 13 × H 12 cm
Box Type: Wooden box (Kiribako), 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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