Black Raku tea bowl named “Kuroki” authenticated by Joshinsai,ex-collection of the Raku family
A large and deformed shape has a stylistic similarity with that of Oribe tea bowls.
Jôkei succeeding as the second generation introduces the epochal taste in his work varied from the style pursued by the founder.
Red Raku tea bowl with a design of chrysanthemum
A design of chrysanthemum is applied in white slip on the red juraku clay.Such a decorative application was unprecedented in Chôjirô's style, reflecting a flamboyant mood prevailing the early Edo period.
Incense burner in the shape of a lion dog, ex-collection of the Raku family
Jôkei produced quite a few number of incense burners, in particular those in the shape of a lion dog. This piece coated with a white kôro glaze is one of the best examples with powerful rendering of the head of a lion dog.
Black Raku low cylindrical tea bowl,ex-collection of the Raku family
Red Raku Ido type tea bowl,ex-collection of the Raku family
Ido type tea bowl with white kôro glaze,ex-collection of the Raku family
Akoda gourd shaped incense burner,ex-collection of the Raku family
Chrysanthemum shaped dish with white kôro glaze,ex-collection of the Raku family
Collections
Jôkei II (? ~ 1635)
RAKU WARE | Raku Museum
