Ikenishi Go 池西剛 b. 1961

Tea drinking and its cultural practices have long been a universal expression of art and community. In the tea-drinking space, everything is connected: the tea drinker with their artfully crafted tea bowl, the ink painting adorning the wall, the host, and more. Tea offers a profound sense of gathering and shared experience through art.

This exhibition spotlights exquisite tea objects by master ceramic artists from Japan: tea bowls, water jars, tea caddies, as well as paintings by master potters who also practiced the art of calligraphy.

Our holiday collection features new ceramic works by 3 artist-craftsmen: Our 3 gallery artists Kim Hono, Ikenishi Go, and Komago Tetsutarou each bring unique perspectives to the concept of "Kogei", crafting objects from the heart. We warmly invite you with gratitude this festive season to browse ceramic works full of joy.

Exploring form, function, decoration, and traditions, these artists' expressions of "Kogei'' serve as a vibrant tribute to the joys of form and function in expansive objects. This exhibition showcases the debut collections of Ikenishi Go & Komago Tetsutaro at Dai Ichi Arts and in the United States, as well as a highly anticipated new ceramic collection by Kim Hono.

All works will be available to view in-person by appointment only from November 27th until January 4th. Please contact us in advance to see requested works.