Takeichi Kawai was a Japanese potter who was born in Kyoto, Japan in 1937. He is best known for his innovative use of traditional Japanese pottery techniques to create modern and stylish pieces. He began his pottery career as an apprentice to his father, Takeichi Kawai Senior, who was a renowned potter. Kawai quickly mastered the traditional pottery techniques of his father, but he was also eager to experiment with new ideas. He was one of the first Japanese potters to use electric kilns and to experiment with new glazes and firing techniques.

Kawai's pottery is known for its simple, elegant forms and its use of natural colors and materials. He often used Japanese motifs, such as cherry blossoms and bamboo, in his designs. His pottery was also characterized by its high quality and craftsmanship.

Kawai's pottery was exhibited in Japan and around the world, and he won more...

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A Chester Nealie anagama fired vase, made from earthenware.…

Chester Nealie Anagama Fired Vase with Miniature Lug Handles

A Chester Nealie anagama fired vase, made from earthenware. With miniature lug handles. In a rich brown glaze. Incised signature to the base. Nealie (1942- ) is a Rotorua born ceramicist, who trained withShoji Hamada, Takeichi Kawai, and Michael Cardew.…

Takeichi Kawai (Japan, 1908-1989), Slab-sided bottle vase, H.…

Kawai's Slab-Sided Bottle Vase (1908-1989) - 17.5 cm

Takeichi Kawai (Japan, 1908-1989), Slab-sided bottle vase, H. 17.5 cm

Takeichi Kawai four water colour paintings one on rice paper…

Takeichi Kawai Watercolours: Rice Paper and Vase Designs

Takeichi Kawai four water colour paintings one on rice paper signed, and two unsigned, vase and bowl designs.. Provenance: given to Doreen Blumhardt by Takeichi Kawai when he visited New Zealand in 1964

Takeichi Kawai four water colour paintings one on rice paper…

Takeichi Kawai Watercolor Paintings

Takeichi Kawai four water colour paintings one on rice paper depicting a vase, signed, and three others on paper depicting vase and bowl designs, various sizes.. Provenance: given to Doreen Blumhardt by Takeichi Kawai when he visited New Zealand in 1964

Takeichi Kawai, (Japanese 1908-1989) slab sided bottle vase,…

Japanese Floral Bottle Vase by Takeichi Kawai

Takeichi Kawai, (Japanese 1908-1989) slab sided bottle vase, underglaze blue & red floral decoration, 17 cm height

Takeichi Kawai attributed bottle form vase, tapered round base…

Kawai attributed bottle vase with blue and brown glaze

Takeichi Kawai attributed bottle form vase, tapered round base with hexagonal flat shoulders, baluster neck and flared rim, speckled blue and mottled dark olive brown glaze. Unmarked. Height 26 cm. Provenance: Ex. the collection of a N.Z. artist based in…

Takeichi Kawai attributed square section vase, variously…

Kawai Square Section Vase with Painted Panels and Glaze

Takeichi Kawai attributed square section vase, variously painted decorated panels, the square section neck set at a diamond form angle, red/brown and dark olive green brushed glazed highlights. Unmarked. Height 20.5 cm. Provenance: Ex. the collection of a…

Takeichi Kawai stoneware ovoid vase, a variable red band glaze…

Takeichi Kawai Stoneware Ovoid Vase with Red Band Glaze

Takeichi Kawai stoneware ovoid vase, a variable red band glaze encircles the flared body section, the fine top rim edge with some fritting. Height 17.5 cm. Provenance: The Collection of Dr Denis and Joy Hanna with a family note detailing 'Takeichi Kawai…

Takeichi Kawai square section bottle vase, impressed basket…

Basket-weave Vase by Takeichi Kawai

Takeichi Kawai square section bottle vase, impressed basket weave type decoration with pale white/blue and tenmoku glazed highlights. Height 18.5 cm. Provenance: The Dr Denis and Joy Hanna collection. Purchased by Denis in Kyoto, Japan 1964. A family note…

Doug Lawrie wax resist decorated bottle vase, heavy tenmoku…

Doug Lawrie Tenmoku Vase with Wax Resist Decoration

Doug Lawrie wax resist decorated bottle vase, heavy tenmoku glaze, square section body. Provenance: The Dr Denis and Joy Hana Collection. Label included detailing 'Doug Lawrie bought Kyoto 1964'. Note: Lawrie is an American potter who trained under Paul…

Ta keichi Kawai (1908-89) large shallow bowl, chrysanthemum…

Takeichi Kawai Chrysanthemum Pattern Large Shallow Bowl

Ta keichi Kawai (1908-89) large shallow bowl, chrysanthemum pattern, 39.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Wellington, Centre Gallery, Takeichi Kawai & John Chappell exhibition, 1964 possibly cat no. 45. Takeic hi Ka wai (1 908-89) Takeichi Kawai visited New…

Ta Keichi Kawai (1908-89) slab sided bottle vase, 20 cm height.…

Kawai Slab-Sided Vase, 20cm, 1964 Exhibition Provenance

Ta Keichi Kawai (1908-89) slab sided bottle vase, 20 cm height. Provenance: Wellington, Centre Gallery, Takeichi Kawai & John Chappell exhibition, 1964

Ta Keichi Kawai (1908-89) slab sided bottle vase, 21 cm height.…

Kawai Slab-Sided Vase from 1964 Exhibition

Ta Keichi Kawai (1908-89) slab sided bottle vase, 21 cm height. Provenance: Wellington, Centre Gallery, Takeichi Kawai & John Chappell exhibition, 1964

Ta keichi Kawai (1908-89) square platter, 31.5 cm. Provenance:…

Takeichi Kawai Square Platter (1964)

Ta keichi Kawai (1908-89) square platter, 31.5 cm. Provenance: Wellington, Centre Gallery, Takeichi Kawai & John Chappell exhibition, 1964. Illustrated: Elliott & Skinner, Conetendown p.80 Takeichi Kawai & John Chappell exhibition catalogue 1964 (black…