Toshiko Takaezu was an American ceramic artist and painter. She was born to Japanese immigrant parents in Pepeekeo, Hawaii, in 1922. She studied at the Honolulu Museum of Art and the University of Hawaii under Claude Horan from 1948–51.
From 1951–54, Takaezu continued her studies at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, where she befriended Finnish ceramist Maija Grotell, who became her mentor. In 1955, Takaezu traveled to Japan, where she studied Buddhism, visited Shoji Hamada and observed the techniques of traditional Japanese pottery, which continued to influence her work. She taught for 10 years at the Cleveland Institute of Art, and then from 1967–92, she taught at Princeton University, where she was awarded an honorary doctorate.
Takaezu retired in 1992 to become a studio artist, living and working in Quakertown, New Jersey, about 30 miles northwest of Princeton. In addition to her studio in New Jersey, Takaezu made many of her larger sculptures at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York. She made functional wheel-thrown vessels early in her career. Later, she switched to abstract sculptures with freely applied poured and painted glazes.
In the early 1970s, when Takaezu didn’t have access to a kiln, she painted on canvas. Her work is part of the permanent collections at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C. and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, among many others.
Takaezu was the recipient of the Gold Medal of the American Craft Council and a Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation grant. She lived in Hawaii for 10 years and died March 9, 2011, in Honolulu.
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Ceramic Closed-Form Moon Pot by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011), circa 1980-1990s. The moon pot takes a near perfect rounded form. It has small sprout w...
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Ceramic Closed-Form Moon Pot by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011), circa 1980-1990s. The small moon pot takes a near perfect rounded form. It has small sp...
Ceramic
$2,500
Toshiko Takaezu Tea Bowl
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From famed Hawaiian ceramicist Toshiko Takaezu, a wheel thrown studio ceramic tea bowl features a dark brown glaze with a footed base. Dimensions 6" diameter x 3.25" height. Condit...
Ceramic
Ceramic Moon Pot with Salt Firing and Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011) circa 1980s. The wheel-thrown closed-form pot features a a nearly perfect sp...
Ceramic
Large Unusual Ceramic Pot with Rattle and Handprint by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A tall closed-form ceramic pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011) circa 1980-90s. The impressive stone vessel on offer is covered in a ba...
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Important Storied Tall Ceramic Pot with Rattle and Fingerprints Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offered by us Tishu Gallery...
Ceramic
Important Storied Tall Ceramic Pot with Rattle and Handprints by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
An important ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offer by us Tishu Gallery...
Ceramic
$6,710
H 13 in W 13.78 in D 13 in
Planet in White and Apple Green, a Unique Art Glass Sculpture by Lena Bergström
By Lena Bergström
Located in London, GB
Planet in White and Apple Green is a unique glass sculptural artwork and centerpiece by the Swedish artist Lena Bergström. This piece is from an ongoing collection of works called th...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
$503 / item
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Ceramic Blue Fish Handmade in Italy, centerpiece, bespoke, Choose one
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Ceramic
$503 / item
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in
Choose one Ceramic Multicolor Fish Handmade in Italy, bespoke, centerpiece
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
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Sculpture Form No_001 by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Sculpture Form No_001 by AOAO Dimensions: W 36 x D 6 x H 42 cm Materials: Plaster Color options available upon request. The idea was born after deciding to reconnect with my family and my grandfather – a sculptor artist. Learning to sculpt and being a designer compelled me to combine these two mediums and use their best values. Experimenting with the functionality of sculpture and the meaning of furniture led me to create the collection. Studio AOAO is an interdisciplinary studio combining art and design. It was created by Alicja Strzyzynska and Onur Iseri in Amsterdam in 2020. “We specialise in making sculptural pieces by experimenting with the functionality of sculpture and the meaning of furniture. In our works, we focus on the emotional connection between the object and the user. All of our work seeks the experience of intimacy and the metaphysical bond between personal interaction and meaningful narrative. Through sculptural value and reflective design, we aim to create pieces that last for generations and help reduce environmental waste.” The inspiration to sculpt came from Alicja’s roots, her grandfather – an artist sculptor. Alicja completed Masters of Arts Degree in Product and Visual Communication Design at Warsaw Academy of Fine Arts and finished her bachelor degree in Interior Architecture. Alicja previously worked in Tokyo and Amsterdam in architectural design studios. Onur completed his business studies in Japan and worked in digital design & marketing as well as teaching in Tokyo. The studio’s first collection debuted at Rossana Orlandi Gallery during Milan Design Week 2021. The studio currently collaborates with RO Gallery...
Plaster
Unique III Stoneware Sculpture by Lisa Geue
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique III Stoneware sculpture by Lisa Geue Dimensions: D 12 x W 10 x H 21.5 cm Materials: Stoneware with Chamotte, Porcelain Slip, Kaolin, multiple firings Non-functional. Lis...
Other
Toshiko Takaezu Bottle Form Pot
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful ceramic vessel by Toshiko Takaezu. this is an early bottle form, the glazing is consistent with this time period and the signature is also cor...
Ceramic
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 13.25 in Dm 14 in
Art Deco Compote with Nude Male Caryatids, Oscar Bach Bronze with Lustre Glass
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning in design and execution, this large Art Deco compote is composed of a bronze base featuring a group of nude male caryatids supporting a gorge...
Bronze
Large Art Nouveau Ceramic Glazed Pot by Christopher Dressner
By Christopher Dresser
Located in Westport, CT
Wonderful Art Nouveau iron stone ceramic glaze designed by Christopher Dressner for S.C.I. Laveno, stamped, circa 1890-1900. Note rare coloring.
$503 / item
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Ceramic Light Blue Fish Handmade in Italy, centerpiece, choose one
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
Ceramic
$503 / item
H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Ceramic Yellow Fish Handmade in Italy, centerpiece, choose one
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Mosche Bianche is glad to add those wonderful fishes to its collection. The fishes are all handmade and bespoke: choose the colors and shape you like! Our artisans can make also cust...
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Mid-Century Fratelli Fanciullacci Italy Bowl
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Stunning and vibrant bowl with sgrafitto and hand-painted colored glossy pattern of stylised women. On the base is painted Italy 7892. Fratelli Fanciullacci Pottery: during the fi...
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Fratelli Fanciullacci Fruit Bowl
By Fratelli Fanciullacci
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
Fratelli Fanciullacci Pottery: during the first half of the 20th century the firm slowly branched out into a rich repertoire of artistic products. The family understood the pulse of ...
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Closed-Form Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011), circa 1980-1990s. This moon pot was hand0built and it takes a more organic ...
Ceramic
Ceramic Moon Pot with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot with rattle by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). The story: In the 1980s, potter Lola Rae invited Toshika to her ceramic studio and kiln in Ojai, CA to teach a class. Lola Rae had previously worked as a studio assistant for artist Beatrice Wood for eight years. This pot was one of the pieces Toshiko made on site during the class and workshop. Together with the other pot on offer, they stayed in Lola Rae's personal collection until now offered by us Tishu Gallery...
Ceramic
Ceramic Closed Form Sculpture by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). This iconic form by the artist takes the simplest organic form but is instilled with a ...
Ceramic
Ceramic Closed Form Sculpture by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). This iconic form by the artist takes the simplest organic form but is instilled with a ...
Ceramic
Toshiko Takaezu small early Cranbrook ceramic
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Sharon, CT
A small abstract decorated piece by Toshiko Takeazu (1922-2011) signed. A strong influence of her teacher Maija Grotell is apparent, and this little gem ...
Stoneware
Ceramic Closed Form Vessel with Rattle by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic closed-form pot by Japanese American artist Toshiko Takaezu (American, 1922 - 2011). This iconic form by the artist takes the simplest organic form but is instilled with a ...
Ceramic
Toshiko Takaezu Closed Form Ceramic Moon Pot Signed
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a fantastic, closed form, ceramic moon pot with rattle by Toshiko Takaezu. Signed on bottom. Dimensions: 4h x 5d. In excellent...
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Set of Abstract Ceramic Vessels by Toshiko Takaezu
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of abstract black and white ceramic or glazed earthenware vessels, hand made by Toshiko Takaezu, American, circa 1980s. Signed with artist's monogram underneath. They are priced at $2800 for the two. Takaezu was born in Hawaii to immigrant Japanese parents, went on to study under Maija Grotell...
Earthenware
Toshiko Takaezu Stoneware Splash Abstract Glazed Pottery Plate
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Decorative stoneware plate with abstract splash design, created by Toshiko Takaezu of Honolulu, Hawaii. Bowl measures 8.5" in diameter by 1 1/2" high and is signed with artist's mark...
Stoneware
Toshiko Takaezu Stoneware Abstract Glazed Pottery Plate
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Decorative stoneware plate with abstract design, created by Toshiko Takaezu of Honolulu, Hawaii. Bowl measures 9" in diameter by 1 1/2" high and is signed ...
Stoneware
Toshiko Takaezu Studio Pottery Low Bowl with Abstract Design
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio pottery low bowl with abstract design created by Toshiko Takaezu, of Honolulu, Hawaii. Bowl measures 2" by 8.25" and is in very good vintage condition. Signed with the artist'...
Ceramic
Toshiko Takaezu Glazed Stoneware American Abstract Modernist Bowl
By Toshiko Takaezu
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Decorative stoneware bowl with abstract design, created by Toshiko Takaezu of Honolulu, Hawaii. Bowl measures 8.5" in diameter by 2" high and is signed wit...
Ceramic