This is the 48th exhibition at Wako by Inoue Manji, a holder of the Important Intangible Cultural Property for "White Porcelain."
Ginza Wako will be holding the "Inoue Manji White Porcelain Exhibition: Seigaiha of My Heart" at the Seiko House Hall (formerly Wako Hall) from June 20th (Thurs) to 30th (Sun) by Inoue Manji, a holder of the Important Intangible Cultural Property (Living National Treasure) for "white porcelain." Works themed on "Seigaiha," which Inoue created with his wish for a peaceful life, will be on display.
"I was born in 1929 and am now 95 years old. Even with the years, there is no limit to art. I am interested in what I see and hear, always keep my health in mind, and want to continue to be passionate about pottery making," says Inoue, who faces white porcelain with a renewed sense of enthusiasm every day. In the world of white porcelain, where "perfection" is required, he is always challenging himself with new themes and different styles of work, and in this exhibition he has applied patterns to a wide variety of works based on the theme of "Seigaiha pattern," which is filled with a wish for peace.
In addition, approximately 100 pieces will be on display, including white porcelain created using outstanding wheel-throwing techniques, as well as vases, incense burners, sake vessels, and tableware with beautiful contrasts of white and green created by applying different glazes.
Please take this opportunity to view a wide variety of works.
A gallery talk by Inoue Manji is scheduled (reservation required).
Date and time: June 22 (Sat) 14:00~
For reservations and inquiries, please contact the Art Department at (03) 3562-2111 (main number).
◎Schedule may be subject to change.
White porcelain round jar with green and blue ocean wave pattern, diameter 30.4 x 28cm
Blue and white porcelain water jar with blue sea wave pattern, diameter 15.2 x height 19.2 cm
White porcelain engraved vase (matte) diameter 25.5 x height 17cm
Special project work: White porcelain free cup with Seigaiha design (set of 2) Diameter 7.5 x height 12.8 cm
Biography of Manji Inoue
Born in Arita, Saga Prefecture in 1929
1968~ Selected for the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition
1969-1976: Traveled to the United States four times to teach ceramics at the Pennsylvania State University Art Department.
1971: Opened the Inoue Manji Kiln
1977-2021 Solo exhibitions at Wako
1979: Awarded the title of Outstanding Craftsman (Contemporary Master Craftsman)
1983-present: Traveled to the United States 20 times to teach ceramics at the New Mexico State University School of Fine Arts
1987: Received the Minister of Education Award at the Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition
1995 Solo exhibition in Germany for cultural exchange (1997 Hungary, 1999 Monaco, 2000 Portugal, 2007 Poland, 2012 Hong Kong, New York)
Recognized as a holder of the Important Intangible Cultural Property "White Porcelain"
1997: Received the Medal with Purple Ribbon
2002: Received the West Japan Culture Award
2003: Received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon
2022-2023 Solo exhibition at Seiko House Hall (formerly Wako Hall) Currently a holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property, a member of the Japan Crafts Association, and an honorary citizen of Arita Town.
"Inoue Manji White Porcelain Exhibition: The Blue Sea Waves of My Heart"
June 20th (Thu) – 30th (Sun)
Venue: Seiko House Hall (Seiko House 6th floor, 4-5-11 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
For inquiries, please contact: (03)3562-2111 (main line)
Business hours: 11:00-19:00 (until 17:00 on the last day)
Closed: Open all year round Admission fee: Free
Organizer: Wako
◎Wako Hall has been renamed "Seiko House Hall."
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