Glazed clay incense burner by Yotaro Takemura

Width: 20.0cm Height: 8.5cm

The elegant gradation from yellow to white creates a pop of tension in the space.

The "Glazed Muddy Incense Burner" by Takemura Yotaro is a striking piece with a beautiful gradation that transitions from yellow to white . The gentle change of color brings a sense of tension to the space, making it an object of appreciation in itself even when not in use as an incense burner. This incense burner blends into any space, whether Japanese or Western, and its pop colors stand out particularly in Western rooms, making it a masterpiece that enriches the space. The piece pursues the ultimate form , and its reassuring shape offers a serene beauty to the viewer.

Glazed Deisai Series: Ceramics with Captivating Vibrant Colors and Textures

The "Yudoisai Series" is characterized by its vivid colors and unique textures . This incense burner in particular uses an elegant gradation from yellow to white, evoking a contemporary aesthetic reminiscent of pop art or graffiti . This unique use of color transcends traditional concepts of pottery and reflects Takemura's unique, innovative style.

The glaze is sprayed on using an air spray technique, which creates subtle color transitions and intricate patterns . The air spray allows the colors to form smooth gradations, and the flowing texture of the glaze gives the piece a dynamic beauty.

Dainichi Kiln and Yotaro Takemura: A pottery maker pursuing innovation while preserving tradition

Dainichigama, where Takemura Yotaro works, is located in Yamashina Ward, Kyoto, and is a workshop opened 43 years ago by his father, Shigeo. While preserving the traditions of Kiyomizu ware, he creates unique pieces that incorporate a modern sensibility . He actively utilizes glazes made with compounds instead of plant ash, and decorative techniques using air spray, to develop a modern style.

Using colorful glazes such as coral red, black, and cerulean blue, and sprayed with an air spray technique, the incense burner's surface has a rough texture and delicate changes in color.While the works are rooted in the tradition of Kiyomizu ware, they also transcend that framework in pursuit of a modern beauty .

The yellow to white gradation creates a pop and soft beauty

This "Glazed Muddy Incense Burner" features a soft gradation from yellow to white, offering a visually pleasing beauty. This gentle transition of color provides visual stimulation while also bringing a gentle sense of tension to the space. Yotaro Takemura's glazing technique enhances the form and color of the vessel, leaving a tranquil and profound impression on the viewer.

In particular, displaying this incense burner in a Western-style room will highlight its pop and modern beauty , brightening up the space. The modern use of colors in the Glazed Deutzia series makes it suitable for both Japanese and Western spaces, providing an artistic experience in everyday life.

Innovation and Tradition by Yotaro Takemura: New Expressions of Beauty

While paying homage to the traditions of Kiyomizu ware, the artist is always seeking new forms of expression . The glazed clay incense burner is a symbol of this, fusing traditional techniques with a modern sensibility. This incense burner is not only an art piece that adds color to a space, but also a ceramic work that enriches the senses of the user.

While cherishing the traditional craftsmanship of the pottery that his father founded, he is always pursuing innovation. As a result, the Glazed Deisai series is loved by many people as a crystallization of beauty that embodies his sensibility.

Glazed Muddy Incense Burner: An Art Piece Born from Sensibility

It is a symbol of beauty that combines tradition and innovation . The beautiful gradation from yellow to white offers a rich experience both visually and tactilely, and its elegant form exudes a presence that transcends its functionality as an incense burner and is a work of art. When displayed in a Japanese or Western-style room, this incense burner will bring a sense of tension and beauty to the space, and its pop of color will stand out especially in Western-style rooms.

Takemura Yotaro's works represent a new direction for contemporary ceramics , and the glazed clay incense burner is one of his masterpieces, breathing new life into traditional Shimizu ware.

Biography of Yotaro Takemura

Born in Yamashina, Kyoto in 1981
2009 Graduated from Kyoto Prefectural Pottery Technical College, Molding Course
2010 Completed the Kyoto Municipal Industrial Testing Center Ceramics Training Course Started making pottery with his father, Shigeo, at Dainichi Kiln
2011: Selected for the 40th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition" National Cultural Festival Kyoto 2011 Art Exhibition "Crafts" Encouragement Award
2012: Selected for the 41st "Kinki Traditional Japanese Crafts Exhibition" Selected for the Kyoto Art and Craft Biennale
2013: Selected for the 42nd "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition" Solo exhibition at Takashimaya Kyoto store, Arts and Crafts Salon
2014 Selected for the 43rd "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"
2015 Selected for the 44th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"
2016: Selected for the 45th "Japanese Traditional Crafts Kinki Exhibition"

A conversation with Shigeo Takemura and Yotaro Takemura