White Porcelain
Tokyo: Amus Arts Press, 2001. Softcover. 4to, 176 pp. First Edition, First Printing. Softcover with French folds and with the rare wraparound band. Profusely illustrated. In English and Japanese
A superb, minimalist monograph on the work of Japanese ceramic artist Taizo Kuroda [1946-2021], celebrated for his transcendent explorations of pure white porcelain. The book captures the serene geometry, meditative presence, and ethereal light that define Kuroda's vessels and sculptural forms. Texts and photographic plates combine to create an object that itself reflects the artist's devotion to clarity and quiet beauty.
This first edition, signed by Kuroda on the title page in black ink, is a scarce and highly desirable copy, particularly sought after following the artist's passing and the growing recognition of his influence on contemporary Japanese ceramics. Beautifully printed on heavy matte stock, the book features rich duotone photographs that convey both the precision and the spiritual stillness of his work.
Kuroda, often called the 'master of white,' transformed the vocabulary of porcelain into a language of light and shadow, simplicity and contemplation. His work resides in major collections worldwide, including the Musee Guimet and the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo. This signed volume represents the definitive printed expression of his aesthetic philosophy, an ideal addition to collections of Japanese art, ceramics, or modern design.
Very scarce item, Not listed in WorldCat. Fine in French folds and with the rare wraparound band. Item #1023202501
Price: $900.00