Ito Tozan Ⅰ 初代 伊東陶山
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A fine tea ceremony object by the first-generation master potter Ito Tōzan (1846–1920), Imperial Household Artist, accompanied by its original signed wooden box.
The underside bears the seal “Tōzan.” The iron glaze presents a subdued, refined tone, contrasted beautifully by the elegant gilt interior. Formed in a fan shape, the dish is elevated by its graceful three-footed base, offering both stability and refinement. The exterior is delicately carved with autumn grasses, enhancing its sense of movement and seasonal elegance. This work exemplifies the refined aesthetic, technical mastery, and quiet dignity characteristic of Kyoto ware.
Ito Tōzan was born in Awata, Higashiyama, Kyoto, and played a significant role in the development of Kyoto ceramics. He pioneered colored overglaze enamel techniques and mastered indigo underglaze methods, gaining wide recognition within the Kyoto ceramic community. He received the Order of the Green Ribbon in 1899 and was appointed an Imperial Household Artist in 1917.