This hidasuki-type vase, measuring approximately 35 x 15 cm with an irregular triangular base and offset edges, features reddish patterns in random lines characteristic of this type of decoration obtained by a technique of burning straw during firing in a wood-fired kiln.

Yamashita Joji, born in Tokyo in 1947 and currently living in Okayama, began his artistic career at the Vancouver Art School in Canada.

Returning to Japan in 1971, he apprenticed under Isezaki Jun, a future living national treasure. He was first awarded a prize in 1972 at the 19th Exhibition of Traditional Arts and was exhibited at the 2nd Nihon Togeiten in 1973.

In 1978, he established his own kiln in Inbe, marking the beginning of an exceptional career.

Yamashita Joji's works are featured in several prestigious collections and museums around the world. Among them, the Brooklyn Museum in New York owns a hidasuki jar, testifying to the importance and international recognition of his work. In addition, his works are frequently exhibited in museums and art galleries in Japan, notably at the Tanabe Art Museum, where he received first prize at the 14th Exhibition of Modern Tea Forms (Chanoyu Zokei Ten).

Yamashita Joji also contributed to the teaching of pottery, training renowned artists such as Wakimoto Hiroyuki.

35 x 15 cm approximately 

Box/tomobako