Morihiro Wada Ceramics Sobo in Soho First Major Exhibition held in New York

Title Morihiro Wada Ceramics Sobo in Soho
Publication year 1990

This is a rare exhibition catalogue of Morihiro Wada.
This is a first major exhibit held in New York.So it is written both in English and in Japanese.Unlike the catalogues I have bought before,this is a hardcover and a bit larger.I am not sure why.This is the last one I have now.

37 exceptional items are contained.All are shown in full color.Approx 50 pages.

I am very happy to welcome the ceramic art exhibit of Morihiro Wada to New York
Mr. Wada has distinguished himself over the past twenty years as one of Japan's premier ceramicists. His works have been exhibited in Japan and around the world, receiving high acclaim everywhere. Mr. Wada's first major exhibit in New York will give Americans an opportunity to
experience the rare beauty of this traditional Japanese craft.

Through the international language of art, Mr. Wada's exhibit will, I am sure, do much to enhance mutual understanding between the peoples of
Japan and the United States.

All my best wishes for the success of this auspicious event.
May, 1990
Masamichi Hanabusa
Ambassador
Consul General of Japan in New York

2019 Kamoda Shoji Exhibition including an Intriguing Essay Hamada Shoji and Kamoda Shoji

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Title Kamoda Shoji Exhibition

This is the latest exhibition catalogue of Kamoda shoji
63 works are contained and all are shown in full color.

This catalogue includes an intriguing essay titled Hamada Shoji and Kamoda Shoji stating their relationships.It says,"
People say that Kamoda Shoji was fascinated by Hamada Shoji
at an early age.Also,Hamda realized quickly that Kamoda had a
great talent for ceramics.In Mashiko,young people who
want to become potters visited Hamada Shoji in order to receive
instruction in ceramics.Among them,Hamada made an exception for him.
Hamada invited Kamoda to his old private house and talked with
Kamoda for several hours while reading the complete works of ceramics.

They say that Kamoda's works became popular after Hamada praised his ones."

A Potter Jiro Kinjo Okinawa discovered by Hamada Shoji His Fish is laughing Living National Treasure

Title A Potter Kinjo Jiro OKinawa

 

Kinjo Jiro acquired traditional techniques of Tuboya Yaki and was recognized one of the great potters in Okinawa.
In 1985,he was designated a Living National Treasure and his works has been highly appreciated.
People say that many Japanese potters read this book including his great works throughly.

 

Hamada Shoji first met Kinjo Joro in 1924.Hamada was 30 years old and Kinji was still 13 years old at that time.
Hamada often has visited Okinawa and worked at Tusboya Kobo since 1918.
Kinjo watched Hamada make pottery at close range.
So it is natural that Hamada had a great influence on Kinjo's works.

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The Works of Shoji Hamada Foreword by Bernald Leach

Title The Works of Shoji Hamada 1929-1961
Publication Year 1969
Preface by Bernald Leach

This is a dexlue and rare photo collection of briliant works by Hamada Shoji.The works in this book are selected carefully by Hamada Shoji himself.Fortunately,some pages including the foreword by Barnald Leach are written in English.All works are shown in full color.

Hamada shiji says"With the visit of Mr. and Mrs.Bernald Leach to Japan this morning,I had the added pleasure of arranging for a few rare and early samples of my work to be sent from England for inclusion in this complication.These are the outcome of my stay at Mr.Leach's pottery in St.Ives,Cornwall,during the years 1921-123.

The contents is as follows
1.127 color plates
2.Shoji Hamada at his Mashiko Kiln
3.Hamada Shoji Bernald Leach
4.Fifty Years of Firing
5.List of Plates

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