Hokido

24349: Hokido (Tokoname) - Unglazed Oval -4in (10 cm)

Name: 24349: Hokido (Tokoname) - Unglazed Oval -4in (10 cm)
Brand: Hokido
SKU: 24349
Price: 117.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

£117.00 GBP

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Formal description:

Artisan made Japanese bonsai pot from the Hokido kiln of Tokoname. Oval with external rim, lower bead, cut feet and nail signature of Hokido underneath.

External dimensions:

100 x 76 x 35mm (4 x 3 x 1½ in)

Internal dimensions:

83 x 60 x 26mm (3⅛ x 2⅜ x 1 in)

SKU: 24349

Informal information:

I believe Hokido was making these unglazed wares before he started his super popular burnished pots, but the signs are all there of the quality of his work. Mould made, hand finished, this pot has a really great colour and lustre (with a little oil) but still showing some texture of the clay.

This example also has a useful depth to it. Suitable for a range of trees, I think a Larch would look great in all seasons in it.

Condition: Used, patina, excellent.

Hokido, of Tokoname, real name Naoyuki Maenami, born in 1942, and started the Hokido kiln in 1976. The kiln was only active for 15 years before closing and although productive, many pots are hard to get hold of.

When his pots first came out, they caused a stir - people were impressed by the burnished finish of his red clay, as well as the dark shading that mimicked ancient patina - the pots had the look of valuable Chinese antiques. Nowadays many pots have real patina too, adding to the look.

Hokido pots are relatively expensive, perhaps because of the quality, perhaps because he was only active for a relatively short time. They aren't easy to come by and so command higher prices. I expect this will only increase.

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I guarantee that the pot condition is as described and will take it back if you aren't happy with it. Items are returned at the buyers cost & risk. Please be aware that most UK couriers will NOT insure ceramic items, however it is certainly easier than returning overseas. Please get in touch if you want to return an item.