Three Makoto Yabe (Japanese/American, 1947-2005) Tea Bowls

Description:

Three Makoto Yabe (Japanese/American, 1947-2005) Tea Bowls, Massachusetts, late 20th century, stoneware with dark mauve bands on black ground, stamped artist's mark, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 6, porcelain decorated with bands of metallic glazes, incised artist's mark, ht. 2 1/2, dia. 5 3/4, porcelain decorated with curving bands of metallic glaze on black ground, incised artist's mark, ht. 3, dia. 6 in.

Note: Yabe's work exemplifies the transmission of Japanese ceramics to the West. He immigrated to Boston, where he was an integral member of the local ceramic community, yet he maintained his Japanese roots. Yabe taught ceramics at a number of schools and universities in the Boston area, touching the lives of all his students and expanding their knowledge and appreciation of studio ceramics.
Estimate $200-400

One with small firing crack to foot.


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