This year marks the 60th anniversary of the death of Rosanjin Kitaoji.
Rosanjin Kitaoji ( 1883-1959 ) born in Kyoto to a shrine in Kami-gamo, produced a variety of highly individualistic works in almost all fields of art and craft, including pottery, calligraphy, painting and seal-engraving.
From his will to master the art of food, he established membership system restaurants which were enjoyed by famous politicians, academists and business people nationwide.
The beauty of the kiln which he made for individual use was not only highly regarded in Japan but worldwide.
In this exhibition, around 100 artworks categorized into five themes will be displayed :
Pottery, Calligraphy, Tea, Flower, and Food.
Beauty of Japan: Rosanjin Kitaoji
November 3, 2019 to January 19, 2020
Locations
Kahitsukan Kyoto Museum of Contemporary Art
271, Kitagawa, Gion,
Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0073
Japan
Phone: +81-(0)75-525-1311