{"title":"Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWorks by the ceramic artist Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997) currently available at Antique Liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"156","title":"Hiroshima Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property, Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀), Late Mature Period, 1980 Masterpiece of Pottery, Lost and Visionary Technique \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" Ceramic Whisky Tumbler #156","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_460f7b4b0b04bce1\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eUchida Yasuhide is a ceramic artist hailed as a solitary legend in the history of Showa era ceramics. Following immense acclaim at the 1970 Osaka Expo and his subsequent research at the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres, the prestigious national porcelain manufactory of France, he reached a unique artistic pinnacle that harmoniously fused Japanese and French aesthetics. This piece is a miraculous masterpiece created by Uchida during his final years at age 87, a work of such dedication that it took five full months to bring just a single cup to completion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eAt first glance, the intricate patterns might appear to be beautiful designs painted with a brush. However, the true marvel of this work lies in the fact that these colors and motifs are not created using any pigments or surface painting at all. Instead, they are the result of the lost, phantom technique known as Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriagede (Surface-to-Reverse Penetration Brocade Marbling). Clays colored with various metal oxides are assembled like a complex puzzle based on precise calculations, forming the pattern itself as the very structure of the clay body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe fantastical flowers appearing at the center of the work, set against a blue mosaic background reminiscent of pond ripples, evoke Claude Monet's Water Lilies. In works like this, which utilize different colored clays, the risk of cracking at the joints is extremely high due to varying shrinkage rates during firing, and any flaws cannot be hidden with glaze. Uchida utilized the advanced techniques he honed at Sèvres to overcome these grueling conditions, achieving vivid, clear colors without turbidity and a robust, flawless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe most defining characteristic is the surface-to-reverse penetration. When peering into the glass, one will be breathless to find that the complex patterns on the exterior extend perfectly through to the interior and even the base without the slightest deviation. This is evidence of the flawless layering of the clay strata and represents a supreme structural beauty imbued with a wish for peace without a back side (sincerity without duplicity) by Uchida, who was a native of the atomic-bombed city of Hiroshima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhen amber whisky is poured into the glass, the intricate patterns shimmer like a kaleidoscope within the liquid, revealing a new, breathtaking landscape. This is the world of Nishiki (Brocade) where five months of passion and technique are encapsulated. To savor fine spirits in this ultimate Ceramic Whisky Tumbler is a luxurious cultural privilege that transcends a mere evening drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Career Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e [1952] Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store; [1960s] Studied color and porcelain techniques at the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France; [1965] Designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Miyoshi City; [1970] Exhibited at the Osaka Expo (EXPO'70); [1973] Recognized as a Holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Hiroshima Prefecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 1980 (Showa 55). Inscribed on the back of the box: Produced over five months, April 1980.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent (no chips or cracks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original wooden box, wrapping cloth (with signature and seal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nishiki Neriage-de (Ceramic, Through-and-Through technique)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 6.5 cm, Diameter approx. 7.4 cm (approximate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although the products we offer may be unused, they were produced many years ago and are listed as vintage\/pre-owned items. Please be aware that products may show signs of aging. We appreciate your understanding and careful review before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47416312070331,"sku":null,"price":125000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_4124.jpg?v=1770887564"},{"product_id":"158","title":"Hiroshima Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property, Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀), Late Mature Period, 1977 Masterpiece, Lost and Visionary Technique \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" Ceramic Rock Glasses (2-Piece Set) #158","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" aria-busy=\"false\" aria-live=\"polite\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_460f7b4b0b04bce1\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eUchida Yasuhide is a ceramic artist hailed as a solitary legend in the history of Showa era ceramics. Following immense acclaim at the 1970 Osaka Expo and his subsequent research at the prestigious Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France, he reached a unique artistic pinnacle that harmoniously fused Japanese and French aesthetics. This specific work, Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage (Surface-to-Reverse Penetration Brocade Marbling), was created in July 1977 (Showa 52), a time when Uchida's technique had reached its full maturity and was approaching its absolute peak. On the reverse side of the accompanying original wooden box (tomobako), there is an ink inscription that reads July 24, Showa 52, Intangible Cultural Property, making this a pair of historical significance where years of dedicated study are kneaded into every single grain of clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eAt first glance, the intricate patterns might appear to be beautiful designs painted with a brush. However, the true marvel of this work lies in the fact that these colors and motifs are not created using any pigments or surface painting at all. They are the result of the lost, phantom technique known as Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage. Clays colored with various metal oxides are assembled like a complex puzzle based on precise calculations, forming the pattern itself as the very structure of the clay body. Because different colored clays shrink at different rates during firing, the risk of cracking at the joints is extremely high, and any flaws cannot be hidden with glaze. While most works with such multi-colored and complex patterns would crack during firing, Uchida utilized the exceptional skills he honed at Sèvres to achieve vivid, clear colors without turbidity and a robust, flawless finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eUnique discolorations caused during firing can be seen on the surface, but in Uchida's work, these are by no means defects. They are the traces of a battle in which different clays fiercely pulled against one another under grueling heat, eventually merging and sublimating into a single entity. This expression, which looks as if the flickering of the flames themselves has been captured, is the scenery (keshiki) unique to fine kōgei (craft) and absent in industrial products; it is the steadfast proof that this work is a one-of-a-kind piece that survived the harsh kiln fire. Furthermore, the most defining characteristic, surface-to-reverse penetration, means that the complex patterns on the exterior extend perfectly through to the interior and even the base without the slightest deviation. This is evidence of the flawless layering of the clay strata and represents a supreme structural beauty imbued with a wish for peace without a back side (sincerity without duplicity) by Uchida, who was a native of the atomic-bombed city of Hiroshima.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWe propose this historical Japanese masterpiece not merely as a teacup, but as a supreme whisky rock glass worthy of its esteemed status. When held in the hand, one can feel the profound weight of the kneaded clay and the intricate textures of the patterns beneath the fingertips. The moment amber whisky is poured in, the geometric motifs that penetrate through to the interior shimmer like a kaleidoscope within the liquid, revealing a new, breathtaking landscape at the bottom of the glass. This time spent where fine spirits meld with passion that has not faded after nearly fifty years will be a luxurious cultural privilege that transcends a mere evening drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Career Highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e [1952] Solo exhibition at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store; [1960s] Studied color and porcelain techniques at the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France; [1965] Designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Miyoshi City; [1970] Exhibited at the Osaka Expo (EXPO'70); [1973] Recognized as a Holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Hiroshima Prefecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 1977 (Showa 52). *Note: The back of the original wooden box (tomobako) bears an ink inscription that reads: July 24, Showa 52, Intangible Cultural Property.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent (no chips or cracks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original wooden box, wrapping cloth (with signature and seal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nishiki Neriage-de (Ceramic, Through-and-Through technique)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e [Large] Height: Approx. 7.5cm, Diameter: Approx. 7.4cm \/ [Small] Height: Approx. 7cm, Diameter: Approx. 6cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although the products we offer may be unused, they were produced many years ago and are listed as vintage\/pre-owned items. Please be aware that products may show signs of aging. We appreciate your understanding and careful review before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47454026793147,"sku":null,"price":100000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_4188.jpg?v=1771241582"},{"product_id":"168","title":"Hiroshima Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property, Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀), Late Mature Period Masterpiece, Lost and Visionary Technique \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" Ceramic Shot Glass #168","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eUchida Yasuhide (1893–1997) is revered as a \"solitary legend\" in the history of Showa-era ceramics. After receiving international acclaim at the 1970 Osaka Expo and refining his craft at the prestigious Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France, he reached a unique aesthetic realm where Japanese and French sensibilities converged. This exquisite shot glass is a masterpiece from his mature later years. It is crafted using his signature technique, \"Hyorikantsuunishikineriage\" (Through-and-Through Brocade Neriage), a legendary method that has effectively been lost to time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eAt first glance, the intricate geometric patterns may appear to be delicate brushwork, but they contain no pigments or painted designs whatsoever. This technique involves coloring raw clay with various metal oxides and assembling them like a complex 3D puzzle based on precise calculations, making the pattern itself the very structure of the vessel. Because different colored clays have varying shrinkage rates during firing, the risk of cracking at the joints is extremely high, and no glaze is used to hide imperfections. The vivid, unclouded colors and durable finish are the results of Uchida's mastery of color science at Sèvres and his absolute obsession with controlling every grain of clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eTrue to its name, \"Hyorikantsuu\" (Front-to-Back Penetration), the intricate exterior patterns pass through to the interior and base with absolute precision, creating a structure that is literally the same inside and out. This serves as undeniable proof of the perfect layering of the clay. For Uchida, a native of Hiroshima, this \"through-and-through\" beauty was a sublime physical manifestation of his prayer for a world of \"peace without front or back\" (transparency and harmony). The base is engraved with the character \"Tai\" (Yasu), his authentic signature, and one can feel the distinct, woven layers of clay—a hallmark of his work—with their fingertips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eWe present this historically significant masterpiece as the ultimate shot glass for savoring the finest whiskies or spirits. Measuring 4.2 cm in height and 4.9 cm in diameter, its delicate size fits perfectly in the hand, ideal for appreciating the layered aromas of fine liquor in small sips. The moment amber liquid is poured, the kaleidoscopic patterns shimmering through to the interior create an ever-changing landscape at the bottom of the glass. While this item does not include accessories, the overwhelming presence of the work and the passion that remains undimmed after nearly fifty years offer the profound joy of ownership, transforming an evening drink into a transcendent cultural ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Achievements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studied color and porcelain techniques at the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in the 1960s. Exhibited at the 1970 Osaka Expo (EXPO'70). Designated a Holder of the Hiroshima Prefecture Important Intangible Cultural Property for \"Nishikineriage\" in 1973.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublic Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treasured by craft collectors worldwide as a \"legendary artist,\" with works held in major collections across Hiroshima and beyond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late mature period (Late 1970s to 1980s)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent (no chips or cracks, signed \"\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e泰\u003c\/span\u003e\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e None (Item only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nishikineriage (Ceramic, through-and-through inlay technique)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 4.2 cm, diameter approx. 4.9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although these items are in unused condition, they are vintage archival pieces and are listed as second-hand. Please understand that items may show characteristics of aging, and we encourage you to review all details before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47476271382715,"sku":null,"price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_4387.jpg?v=1772273284"},{"product_id":"255","title":"Hiroshima Prefectural Important Intangible Cultural Property, Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀), Mature Period, 1971, Pottery, \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" Sake Cup \/ Shot Glass #255","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eWe are pleased to introduce an extremely rare guinomi created in 1971 by Mr. Uchida Yasuhide, a holder of Hiroshima Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" who was born in 1893 and passed away in 1997 at the age of 104, leaving monumental footprints on the history of pottery from the Showa to Heisei eras. Mr. Uchida acquired advanced coloring and porcelain techniques at the prestigious Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres in France in the 1960s. After exhibiting at the Osaka Expo in 1970, he was designated a holder of Hiroshima Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property in 1973. This piece is a monumental work crafted in 1971, a relatively early period in Mr. Uchida's career, just before he was recognized as a holder of an Important Intangible Cultural Property. Our shop proposes this legendary work, still highly praised by craft collectors both domestically and internationally, to the world as a special shot glass for savoring aged sake and premium whiskies neat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe core of Uchida Yasuhide's artistry and his most highly acclaimed achievement is the lost, legendary technique of Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage (front-and-back penetrating brocade clay layering), which is extremely difficult to reproduce today. This technique does not involve painting with pigments on the surface, as in conventional pottery. Instead, it is an astonishing method where different colored clays, created by mixing various metal oxides to achieve their hues, are meticulously combined like a puzzle based on precise calculations, forming the pattern itself as the structure of the clay. Since clays with different compositions have different shrinkage rates during firing, there is an extremely high risk of cracks forming at the joints in the kiln, allowing for no margin of error. The sense of color cultivated at the Sèvres porcelain factory and the high level of skill in completely controlling the clay enable the vibrant, unadulterated coloration seen in his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eA specialized analysis of the design of this piece clearly reveals valuable formative characteristics from the developmental stage of the Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage technique. As its name, \"front-and-back penetrating,\" suggests, the intricate geometric patterns applied to the exterior penetrate completely to the interior and even the bottom without any deviation, visually proving the uniform layering of the clay. Compared to the refined, thin, and light style seen in Uchida's later works, this piece, from its developmental stage, has a generally robust and pleasing weight, offering an excellent hold that feels mysteriously natural in the hand from the first touch. Furthermore, a beautiful accumulation of glaze (yutamari) characteristic of works from this period is clearly visible at the bottom of the vessel's interior. The exterior bottom, while providing solid stability, retains the irregular undulations unique to handmade crafts that industrial products can never replicate. Therefore, the distinct feel and sensation experienced when releasing your hand as you set the piece down from the hand to the table is also a very interesting highlight unique to this particular work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eFurthermore, this piece possesses a unique characteristic: the appearance of its surface color visibly changes depending on the type of light source, angle, and intensity of light during photography or viewing, offering a visual delight. Because this piece was crafted during a period before the character \"Yasu\" (泰) was incised on Mr. Uchida's works, no spatula-carved signature can be confirmed on the vessel itself. However, the genuine authorship of Mr. Uchida is thoroughly authenticated by the powerful texture of the multi-layered clay, as well as the tomobako (wooden box) featuring the artist's handwritten signature and seal, along with the original wrapping cloth. Please enjoy this unique masterpiece of traditional Japanese craftsmanship, a crystallization of passion and exceptional skill that has not faded over half a century, as a special companion for savoring fine spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist's Key Activities: \u003c\/strong\u003eAcquired coloring and porcelain techniques at the Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres in France in the 1960s. Exhibited at the Osaka Expo in 1970, and was designated a holder of Hiroshima Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property \"Hyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage\" in 1973.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u0026nbsp;Period: \u003c\/strong\u003e1971 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good (no chips, no cracks) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signed wooden box, wrapping cloth\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eHyori Kantsu Nishiki Neriage (Pottery, front-and-back penetrating technique) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 5.0 cm, Mouth diameter approx. 5.4 cm\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote ①: \u003c\/strong\u003eEven if new and unused, all products offered by our shop are from very old production periods and are listed as used items. Products may have age-related damage; please understand and confirm this before considering a purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote ②: \u003c\/strong\u003eDue to lighting conditions and the viewing environment, the true colors and textures of the artwork may appear slightly different from the actual item. Therefore, we have included as many photographs as possible to allow you to examine the details from all angles. We kindly ask you to carefully view the details and make your purchase with complete satisfaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47835535114427,"sku":null,"price":33000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_6982_result.jpg?v=1779603155"},{"product_id":"258","title":"Hiroshima Prefecture Important Intangible Cultural Property Holder, Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀), Mature Later Period, 1984 Masterpiece, Lost Legendary Technique \"Hyori-Kantsu Nishiki-Neriage-de\", White Camellia Design Tall-Footed Dish #258","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eUchida Yasuhide (1893-1997), a holder of Hiroshima Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property and referred to as a solitary legend in the history of Showa pottery. After exhibiting at the 1970 Osaka Expo and training at the prestigious Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France, he reached a unique realm by fusing Japanese and French aesthetics. We present his supreme masterpiece, a ceramic confectionary dish (tall-footed dish) crafted on July 14, 1984, during his mature later years, utilizing the lost and legendary technique of Hyori-Kantsu-Nishiki-Neriage-de (double-sided penetrating brocade marbled clay).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003eThis piece, created in 1984, is a special item that was carefully preserved by the Uchida family as an unmarketable work for the artist's own collection, representing the pinnacle of his mature techniques during his prime. Later, at the funeral of Mr. Uchida, who lived an astonishingly long life of over a hundred years and attained his Buddhist transition (Sen-ge), it was presented as a token of appreciation to a select few close relatives who attended. The full extent of its valuable history can be meticulously confirmed by deciphering the accompanying memorial thank-you letter from the bereaved family dated March 20, 1997, from Mr. Hitoshi Sayo, Mr. Uchida's third son. This letter provides invaluable historical evidence proving that this work is an authentic and paramount heirloom of the Uchida family. We propose this elegant, tall-footed dish, approximately 19\u0026nbsp;cm in diameter, to the world as the ultimate premium plate for beautifully serving exquisite delicacies when enjoying aged amber sake or premium Japanese whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003eThe Hyori-Kantsu-Nishiki-Neriage-de technique represents the pinnacle of Uchida Yasuhide's artistic value. The beautiful patterns on the vessel might appear to be hand-painted at first glance, but they are not superficial colors applied with pigments. This is a masterful technique where various types of clay, colored by blending different metal oxides, are intricately assembled like a puzzle with meticulous calculation, creating the pattern itself as the organizational structure of the clay. Furthermore, as indicated by its most significant characteristic, \"Hyori-Kantsu\" (penetrating front and back), these patterns perfectly penetrate and appear as beautiful, distinct compositions on both the front and back surfaces of the dish, set against a cobalt blue background, without any deviation. This is irrefutable evidence that the layers of clay are perfectly superimposed even in the interior, and within this ultimate structural beauty is completely encased Mr. Uchida's lifelong ardent wish for pure peace without front or back, a desire born from his experience as a native of Hiroshima, a city affected by atomic bombing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eObserving the design of the dish closely, a beautiful floral pattern of white camellias, quietly blooming from winter to early spring, around March when Mr. Uchida's funeral was held, vibrantly emerges against a striking cobalt blue background. The dignified appearance of white camellias blooming in the crisp air, signaling the end of harsh winter, beautifully overlaps with the lyrical scenery of the season when Mr. Uchida passed away and was seen off by his family and close acquaintances, bringing spiritual depth and endless romance to the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003eThe surface of the dish is intentionally not formed into an even flatness; instead, it features rich, varied undulations characteristic of handcrafted work. As can be seen in the accompanying photographs, the surface exhibits diffuse white reflection depending on the angle of light. We have photographed and presented the piece in its unaltered state to convey the overwhelming depth of design, unique warmth, and the inherent charm as pottery that arise precisely because of this uneven thickness. Furthermore, it is particularly noteworthy that the back of the dish clearly bears Mr. Uchida's signature (engraving), deeply carved by the artist's own hand. This powerful hand-carved signature is not only irrefutable proof that this piece was created directly by Uchida Yasuhide himself, but it also exudes an overwhelming presence as an important part of the design that strengthens the overall sculptural unity and functional beauty of the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eDue to the nature of the Hyori-Kantsu-Nishiki-Neriage-de technique, where different colored clays with varying properties and shrinkage rates are joined and fired, it is extremely difficult to achieve a perfect firing, as small cracks or openings are prone to occur at the clay boundaries. In this particular piece, one small opening where the clay boundary is slightly separated is observed in the central part of the brown leaf pattern on the surface, but this does not completely penetrate to the back as a hole. Additionally, two small bubbles formed during the pottery creation process can be seen in the glaze on the surface. Both of these are undeniable evidence of the handcrafted process produced by Uchida Yasuhide during his peak concentration, and they in no way detract from the perfection or dignity of the work. Please enjoy this supreme masterpiece, where the essence of color technology cultivated in Sèvres, France, the quintessence of Japanese spiritual culture, and a letter narrating the history of the family are united, in a prime spot during your special everyday dining occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e[Content of the letter of condolences from the bereaved family below]\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003eGassho As the spring sunshine begins to shine brightly, I sincerely hope that your esteemed family is in excellent health. Thank you very much for traveling a long distance in the cold to attend the funeral of my late father, Uchida Yasuhide, and for your kind and heartfelt condolences. I deeply appreciate the profound grief and fond memories expressed by all those who had a particularly close relationship with my father during his continental period, his Misumi period, and finally in this place, and who provided such a warm funeral. I am sure he would have been deeply moved to tears. Recently, the forty-ninth-day memorial service was concluded at Gokoku-ji Temple in Shimabara, his hometown, and Honju-in Nisshu Shonin (the late Uchida Yasuhide's Buddhist title) returned to the Okutsuki (sacred tomb) overlooking the Ariake Sea. Although it was a tumultuous life of over a hundred years, I believe he earnestly lived the spirit of the founder in each moment. In his later years, he was content with his pottery life, living in accordance with Jinen-Honi (natural spontaneity\/as-it-isness) in his small mountain hermitage. I am truly grateful from the bottom of my heart to everyone for their long-standing kindness and patronage. On the occasion of the forty-ninth day after his passing, I humbly send this token of my appreciation (and kindly ask for your compassionate acceptance). Thank you very much for such a long time. March 20, 1997 Respectfully yours, Hitoshi Sayo (Third son of the deceased)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893-1997)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist's notable career highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e [1952] Held the \"Uchida Yasuhide Nishiki-Neriage Pottery Exhibition\" at Mitsukoshi Nihonbashi Main Store, [1960s] Acquired color and porcelain techniques at Manufacture nationale de Sèvres, France, [1965] Designated as a Miyoshi City Intangible Cultural Property, [1970] Exhibited works at Osaka Expo (EXPO'70), [1973] Recognized as a holder of Hiroshima Prefecture's Important Intangible Cultural Property.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate of Creation:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 14, 1984 (Showa 59)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good (no chips, no cracks, some surface cracking characteristic of the work)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories: \u003c\/strong\u003eCustom wooden box, wrapping cloth (signed and sealed), letter \u003cstrong\u003eof condolences from the bereaved family\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eNishiki-Neriage-de (pottery, Hyori-Kantsu technique)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003eHeight approx. 4.0 cm, diameter approx. 19.0 cm (approximate)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"32\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eEven if the products offered by our store are new and unused, they are from a very old production period and are all listed as used items. Products may have age-related damage, so please consider purchasing after understanding and confirming this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47849214181563,"sku":null,"price":80000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_6799.jpg?v=1779286318"},{"product_id":"367","title":"Hiroshima Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property, Nishiki-Neriage Holder Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀): Hyōri-Kantsū Nishiki-Neriage Matcha Bowl (1971), Japanese Rocks Glass, Ceramic Chawan #367","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eCrafted by Uchida Yasuhide (1893–1997)—a master of Miyoshi ware who pursued uncompromising ceramic creation over a remarkably long life of 104 years before passing in 1997—this is a matcha bowl featuring the \"Hyōri-kantsū Nishiki-neriage\" (Through-and-Through Brocade Colored Clay Kneading) technique. After drawing significant attention with his solo exhibition at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store in 1952, Uchida Yasuhide traveled to the Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France in the 1960s, where he acquired advanced color-blending techniques and chemical principles of firing for European porcelain. Having been designated a Miyoshi City Intangible Cultural Property in 1965 and exhibiting his work at the Osaka World Exposition (EXPO '70) in 1970, he was officially designated as a holder of Hiroshima Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property for \"Nishiki-neriage\" in 1973, cementing his legacy as a supreme master of modern colored-clay ceramic art. Our shop presents this piece—a synthesis of traditional Japanese aesthetics and Western color technology—to the global market not only as a dignified tea vessel, but also as a luxury Japanese rocks glass (large free cup) for sumptuously savoring amber-hued aged sake, matured whisky, or authentic shochu over large ice cubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eObserving the details of this work clearly reveals the true essence of \"Hyōri-kantsū Nishiki-neriage,\" Uchida Yasuhide's signature technique and one of the most challenging methods in Japanese ceramic art. Unlike conventional overglaze painting, this colored-clay kneading (neriage) technique builds patterns by precisely layering clays mixed in different colors; however, because clays containing different pigments possess subtly varying shrinkage rates during drying and firing, even a minute discrepancy directly leads to cracking or warping, resulting in an extremely low yield rate. In this bowl, white and calm blue-gray colored clays are dimensionally structured into a delicate, fluid wave pattern reminiscent of fine silk brocade (Nishiki) or strata of silk. Comparing the exterior and interior (mikomi) of the vessel reveals the magnificent \"through-and-through\" structure, where the lines of the pattern penetrate completely from front to back without the slightest variance. Furthermore, examining the surface of the vessel's body reveals a clear stamped signature \"Yasuhide\" carved directly over the striped pattern by the artist's own hand, eloquently certifying its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eRegarding the period of production, taking the clear date hand-inscribed in ink on the back of the lid of the dedicated Tomobako as \"Created on April 18, Showa 46 (April 18, 1971)\" as decisive evidence, it is identified as an authentic work created on April 18, 1971. This era corresponds to the pinnacle of maturity in both technique and style for Uchida Yasuhide, following his EXPO '70 exhibition and just prior to his 1973 designation as a Hiroshima Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property. The vessel itself has no cracks or chips, maintaining extremely good condition in both the vivid contrast of the multicolored clays and the quality of the glaze surface. It arrives in complete condition, accompanied by its dedicated Tomobako (wooden box) inscribed on the lid with \"Nishiki-neriage Chawan\" and on the back with \"Created on April 18, Showa 46, Yasuhide\" with a seal stamped, alongside a dedicated cloth bearing his seal stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchida Yasuhide (内田泰秀, 1893–1997, Hiroshima Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property Holder)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist's Key Activities: \u003c\/strong\u003e[1952] Held \"Uchida Yasuhide Nishiki-Neriage Ceramic Exhibition\" at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store; [1960s] Acquired color and porcelain techniques at Manufacture nationale de Sèvres in France; [1965] Designated as Miyoshi City Intangible Cultural Property; [1970] Exhibited work at the Osaka World Exposition (EXPO '70); [1973] Designated as Hiroshima Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property Holder for \"Nishiki-Neriage\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks Housed In: \u003c\/strong\u003eHiroshima Prefectural Art Museum, Miyoshi City Public Collections (Miyoshi City History and Folklore Museum, etc.), Domestic and International Connoisseur Collections, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of Production: \u003c\/strong\u003eApril 18, 1971 (Showa 46) (Supported by verifiable production date record)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good (no chips, no cracks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dedicated Tomobako, dedicated cloth with seal stamp included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eCeramics (Miyoshi ware, Hyōri-kantsū Nishiki-neriage, colored clay kneading, stamped signature)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 7.5 cm–8.0 cm, Mouth diameter approx. 12.5 cm–13.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll products offered by our shop are pre-owned items due to their historical production period. Products may have minor age-related changes in texture, so please consider purchasing after understanding and verifying these details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Antique Liquor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48265138864315,"sku":null,"price":66000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/0510\/8923\/files\/IMG_1500_result.jpg?v=1787481542"}],"url":"https:\/\/antiqueliquor1926.com\/en\/collections\/maker-uchida-yasuhide.oembed","provider":"Antique Liquor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}