Shoji Hamada-Michelle Mortillaro

This piece of work by Shoji Hamada made in 1960 is a Square vase, Kaki glaze, Stoneware. Shoji Hamada was one of the most influential potters of the 20th century. He traveled extensively to learn about diverse ceramic and folk craft traditions. His work was influenced by a wide variety of folk ceramics, including English medieval pottery, Okinawa stoneware, and Korean pottery. His works were not merely copies of the styles he studied, but were unique products of his own creative energy. I really like the simplicity of this vase and the color patterns that he chose.